51 45 310 Removing and installing (replacing) center instrument panel trim (up to 03/2007)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove DECORATIVE STRIP ON INSTRUMENT PANEL ON RIGHT

Release screws (1).

NOTE: Feed in screwdriver (2) of sufficient length as illustrated ahead of trim for instrument panel (4).

Unclip upper retaining points (3) by pressing screwdriver (2) towards front.

Unclip lower retaining points (5).

Unlock associated plug connections and disconnect.

Remove center trim for instrument panel (4).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws, Instrument Panel And Lower Retaining Points

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Replacement:

Remove OPERATOR UNIT FOR HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER
Remove CENTER CONSOLE SWITCH CENTER