51 16 225 Removing and installing/replacing decorative trim on center console on left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove TRIM FROM CUP HOLDER .
Remove REAR STORAGE BOX .
E71:

Remove knee pad

Release screws (1).

Lift decorative trim on center console (2) up and out of center console and feed towards rear out of guide (4).

Installation:

Replace faulty retainers (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Centre Console, Guide, Retainers And Screws

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Installation:

Guides (1) and (2) on decorative trim (3) must not be damaged.

Guides (1) and (2) must be correctly positioned in center console during fitting.

Fig 2: Identifying Decorative Trim And Guides

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