51 16 160 Removing and installing/replacing center console trim

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 323

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove LOWER TRIM FROM INSTRUMENT PANEL 
• Remove SIDE CENTER CONSOLE PANEL 
• Remove COVER FOR INSTRUMENTS 

Unclip lower center console heater cover (1) from retaining clips (2) using special tool 00 9 323 and remove.

Release screws (1) on both sides.

Release screw (2).

Only on cars with telephone version: 

Release screw (1).

Remove front center console trim (2).

Only on cars with telephone version: 

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unclip center console trim (1) from holders (2) and pull back slightly.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Only on vehicles with diesel engine: 

Disconnect plug connections (2).

Remove center console trim.

Replacement: 

• Remove HEATER/AIR CONDITIONING CONTROL PANEL
• Remove AV CONNECTION SOCKET
  Fig 6: Identifying Plug Connections

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