51 45 310 Removing and installing (replacing) centre instrument panel trim (from 03/2007)

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Special tools required:

00 9 317

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove DECORATIVE STRIP ON INSTRUMENT PANEL ON RIGHT

Release screws (1).

Unclip trim (3) from retainers (3) with special tool 00 9 317 .

Disconnect associated plug connections and remove trim (4).

Fig 1: Identifying Trim And Retainers

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Replacement:

Remove CONTROL PANEL FOR HEATER - A/C SYSTEM .