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51 47 161 Removing and installing/replacing right luggage compartment wheel arch trim

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Operation up to work on 12 V socket is identical to: 

Removing and installing/replacing LEFT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WHEEL ARCH TRIM .

Lever out socket (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Socket
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Disconnect plug connection (1) on socket (2).

Remove socket (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And Socket
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Installation: 

Guide (1) and catches (2) on socket (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Guide And Catches On Socket
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If replacing 12 V socket: 

Open cover (1) of socket housing.

Turn socket insert (2) approx.. 30° to right.

Turn socket insert (2) under tension back into initial position and pull out of socket housing.

Fig 4: Removing Socket Insert
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Installation: 

Align socket insert (1) with retaining lugs (2) to groove (3) of socket housing and slide in until it is felt snapping into place.

Fig 5: Identifying Socket Insert And Retaining Lugs
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