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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

• Remove both panels for front roof pillar. See 51 43 201 Removing and installing or replacing trim for front left or right roof 
• Remove trim for instrument panel (lower section). See 51 45 030 Removing and installing trim for instrument panel (lower section) 
• Remove complete instrument carrier. See 51 45 105 Removing and installing/replacing function carrier on instrument panel trim 
• Remove passenger airbag. See PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE

Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Removing Trim Panel Screw (1)

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

Fig 2: Disconnecting Bowden Cable

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

Fig 3: Removing Left Oddments Tray

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Unclip rubber gaiter for steering column.

Fig 4: Uncliping Rubber Gaiter For Steering Column

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Release screws (1).

Fig 5: Remove Trim Screws As Illustrated

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

Fig 6: Removing Instrument Panel Upper Section

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Version up to 09/97:

Installation: 

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

Fig 7: Identifying Plastic Guides (Version Up To 09/97)

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Version from 09/97:

Fig 8: Identifying Newer Mountings (Version From 09/97)

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