51 16 206 Removing and installing / replacing center armrest

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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove rear storage compartment. Refer to 51 16 216 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR CENTER CONSOLE .

Release screws (1) at sides.

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

Tightening torque, refer to 51 16 5AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - COOPER (1.6L) R50/W10 .

Fig 1: Releasing Screws And Lift Out Center Armrest

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Replacement:

Remove cover for center armrest. Refer to 51 16 196 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING COVER FOR CENTER ARMREST .
Remove storage tray (1).
Release screw (2) and remove cover (3).

Fig 2: Removing Cover
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