51 16 325 Removing and installing/replacing fastener for center armrest

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove STORAGE COMPARTMENT

Release screws (1) on inside of storage compartment and remove trim (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws On Inside Of Storage Compartment

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Release screw (1) and remove fastener (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Screw And Fastener

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