51 16 163 Removing and installing/replacing rear center console cover

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 33 other vehicles, including the 2018 BMW M6, 2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2018 BMW 650i, 2018 BMW 640i xDrive, and 2018 BMW 640i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special tools required:

00 9 325

When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).

If necessary, open center armrests (1).

Unclip and remove rear center console cover (2) toward the top.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Center Console Cover

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note:

Retaining clips (1) of rear center console cover (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Replacement

Modify retaining clips (1) of rear center console cover (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Clips Of Rear Center Console Cover

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.