51 16 206 Removing and installing/replacing center armrest

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Version with telephone: 

• Remove STORAGE COMPARTMENT 

Version with telephone: 

Disconnect plug connection (1).

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

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection, Cable Holder And Cable

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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: Releasing Side Screws On Trims

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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 Centre Armrest With Screws

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Replacement: 

• Remove COVER FOR CENTER ARMREST 
• Remove storage tray (1).
• Release screw (2) and remove cover (3).
• Remove EJECT BOX
  Fig 4: Identifying Storage Tray, Screw And Cover

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