51 16 206 Removing and installing/replacing center armrest

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Version with telephone:

Version with telephone:

Disconnect plug connection (1).

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

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection, Cable And Clip

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Version without telephone:

Release side screws on covers (1).

Unclip covers (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 Drinks Holder

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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 Center Armrest With Screws

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Replacement:

Fig 4: Identifying Storage Tray, Cover And Screw

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