51 45 435 Removing and installing/replacing cover for instruments

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove decorative strip on instrument panel on left  . 
• Remove decorative strip on instrument panel on right  . 

Unclip covers for air outlet vent (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Covers For Air Outlet Vent

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Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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Release screws (1).

Remove cover for instruments (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Removing Cover For Instruments And Screws

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Replacement: 

Remove switch for hazard warning flashers.  See 61 31 080 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SWITCH FROM HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS .

Fig 4: Identifying Plug Connection

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