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51 45 371 Replace the decorative strip on the dashboard, left

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NOTE: When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Necessary preliminary work: 

Unclip fresh air grille, left (1) from decorative trim, left (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation note: 

Clamps labelled with arrows must not be bent or damaged, and must be renewed if they are.

Fig 1: Removing Fresh Air Grille From Decorative Trim
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