51 45 310 Removing and installing (replacing) center trim for instrument panel

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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove decorative strip on instrument panel on right. Refer to 51 45 380 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) RIGHT DECORATIVE STRIP ON INSTRUMENT PANEL .

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: View Of Center Trim For Instrument Panel

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Replacement:

Remove operator unit for heater/air conditioner. Refer to 64 11 377 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) CONTROL PANEL FOR HEATER - A/C SYSTEM .
Remove center console switch center. Refer to 61 31 052 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CENTER CONSOLE SWITCH CLUSTER .