51 16 212 Removing and installing trim for storage compartment

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Special tools required:

00 9 317

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Version with manual transmission:

Remove Gaiter For Gear Lever

Version with automatic transmission:

Remove Finisher For Preselector Lever

Release trim (1) with special tool 00 9 317 from retainers (2).

If necessary, disconnect plug connections and remove trim (1) towards top.

Fig 1: Identifying Trim, Special Tool (00 9 317) And Retainers

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Installation:

Following parts on trim (3) must not be damaged or missing:

Clips
4 x foam material

Fig 2: Identifying Trim, Clips And 4 X Foam Material
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