51 45 050 Removing and installing trim for upper section of instrument panel

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove both panels for front roof pillar.
Remove trim for instrument panel (lower section).
Remove complete instrument carrier.
Remove passenger airbag.

Fig 1: Releasing Screws

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Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Bowden Cable For Temperature-Controlled Ventilation

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Disconnect Bowden cable (1) for temperature-controlled ventilation.

Fig 3: Lifting Off Cap & Unfastening Screw

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Lift off cap (1) and unfasten screw. Unfasten screws and remove left oddments tray.

Fig 4: Unclipping Rubber Gaiter For Steering Column

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Unclip rubber gaiter for steering column.

Fig 5: Releasing Screws

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Release screws (1).

Fig 6: Lifting Trim For Upper Section Of Instrument Panel Upwards

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Lift trim for upper section of instrument panel upwards and remove through passenger door.

Fig 7: Installing Left/right plastic guides

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Version up to 09/97:

Installation:

Left/right plastic guides (1) and center (2) must be installed.

Fig 8: Identifying Plastic Guides

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Version from 09/97:

NOTE: Plastic guides are not installed with newer mountings (1 and 2).