51 46 028 Removing and installing/replacing rear air outlet trim

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove panel for rear window shelf . See 51 46 001 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM PANEL FOR STORAGE SHELF or 51 46 018 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM PANEL FOR STORAGE SHELF WITH ROLLER SUNBLIND

Release screws (1) and feed out air outlet trim (2) towards front.

Installation:

Make sure air outlet trim (2) is correctly seated in associated guides.

Fig 1: Removing Air Outlet Trim Screw

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Installation:

Guides (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Air Outlet Trim Guide

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