51 42 070 Removing And Installing/Replacing Upper Section On Armrest (Rear)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

REMOVE ROCKER SWITCH FOR WINDOW OPERATION (REAR) .

NOTE:

Place a clean cleaning cloth between screwdriver and bore hole (risk of damage).

Unlock upper section (1) over bore holes at front (2) and rear (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Unlocking Upper Section

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Pull upper section (1) in direction of arrow off armrest (2).

Fig 2: Pulling Upper Section Off Armrest

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Installation:

Catches (1) and guide (2) of upper section (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Catches And Guide Of Upper Section

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