51 16 190 Removing and installing/replacing lock cylinder in center armrest

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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).

Open storage compartment, if necessary.

Lever out and remove the closure cover (1) with special tool 00 9 325 .

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool 00 9 325

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Insert key (1) in lock cylinder (2).

Lever out lock barrel (2) with screwdriver (3) upwards.

Fig 2: Removing Lock Barrel

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Replacement:

Assemble new lock barrel according to the encoding. See 51 16 992 DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING LOCK BARREL (LOCK BARREL REMOVED) .