51 45 180 Removing and installing (replacing) instrument panel trim, bottom left: Notes

Special tools required:

When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).

Use special tool 00 9 325 to unclip the side dashboard cover (1) towards the rear.

Fig 1: Removing Side Dashboard Cover Towards Rear Using Special Tool (00 9 325)

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Installation note:

The clamps (2) on the side dashboard cover (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 2: Identifying Clamps On Side Dashboard Cover

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Release screws (2) on bottom left instrument panel trim (1).

Unclip fixing clips or unclamp retaining clips at marked locations.

Carefully feed out instrument panel trim at bottom left (1) slightly.

Fig 3: Identifying Screws At Bottom Left Instrument Panel Trim

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Unlock and disconnect plug connection (1) at insert for radio-operated key (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Radio-Operated Key Plug Connection

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Installation note:

Retaining clips (1) and fixing clips (2) of instrument panel trim at bottom left (3) must not be damaged or missing.

Replacement:

Fig 5: Identifying Instrument Panel Trim, Retaining Clips And Fixing Clips

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