Necessary preliminary tasks

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Apply parking brake
Move selector lever into N position
Remove GAITER for shift block

Partially fit special tool 00 9 340 as illustrated.

Lever out trim (1) all round.

Disconnect associated plug connections and remove trim (1) towards top.

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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Installation:

Catches (1) on trim (2) must not be damaged.

Make sure catches (1) are correctly seated in associated mountings of trim (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Catches On Trim

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