51 16 167 Removing and installing (replacing) center armrest cover

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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).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR CENTER CONSOLE TRIM
Remove both SIDE COVERS ON CENTER CONSOLE

Open storage compartment, if necessary.

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

Fig 1: Removing Closure Cover Using Special Tool (00 9 325)

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Release left and right bolts (2) on center armrest cover (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 13AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Center Armrest Cover Bolts

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Release screws (1) on back of center armrest cover (2).

Tightening torque 51 16 13AZ .

Raise the rear center armrest cover (2) and pull back slightly.

Fig 3: Identifying Screws On Back Of Center Armrest Cover

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Installation note:

Correctly feed the retaining lugs (1) into the center console support.

Fig 4: Inserting Retaining Lugs Into Center Console Support

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Replacement:

Rebuild CENTER ARMREST LOCK