51 45 263 Removing and installing/replacing instrument panel trim on right

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Special tools required:

00 9 321

Carefully release trim (1) with special tool 00 9 321 from retainers (3) and lock pins (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (00 9 321), Release Trim, Retainers And Lock Pins

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Installation:

Clips (Hutfix) (1) must be seated in associated mountings.

Replace clips (Hutfix) (1) if they were released during removal.

Turn clip (Hutfix) (1) with screwdriver to left by approx. 90°
Lever out clip (Hutfix) (1) from below

Fig 2: Installing Hutfix Clips In Associated Mounting
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Installation:

Lock pins (1) and retainers (3) on trim (2) must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace lock pins (1) and retainers (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Lock Pins, Retainers And Trim

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