51 45 370 Removing and installing (replacing) left decorative strip on dashboard

Special tools required:

Undo and remove screws (1) on the back of the rev counter (2).

Pull the rev counter (2) rearwards.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws On Back Of Rev Counter

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Carefully unclip decorative strip (1) at fixing points (2) using special tool 00 9 317 and remove.

(Illustration shows rev counter removed for greater clarity.)

Installation note:

Make sure bolts are correctly located on decorative strip (1).

If necessary, replace defective clips.

Fig 2: Removing Decorative Strip

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Pull the rev counter (1) rearwards.

Remove decorative strip (2) upwards.

Fig 3: Pulling Rev Counter Rearwards And Removing Decorative Strip Upwards

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