51 16 206 Removing and installing/replacing center armrest

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Version with telephone:

Version with telephone:

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release cable holder (2) and feed out cable (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Cable Holder

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Version without telephone:

Release side screws on trims (1).

Unclip trims (1) in direction of arrow from each other and remove.

Release screw (2).

Unclip drinks holder (3) in upward direction and remove.

Fig 2: Unclipping Drink Holder In Upward Direction

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Release screws (1) at sides.

Release screws (2) and lift out center armrest (3).

Tightening torque 51 16 5AZ.

Fig 3: Identifying Screws And Centre Armrest

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Replacement:

Fig 4: Identifying Storage Tray, Screw And Cover

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