51 16 274 Removing and installing/replacing rear center console

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1) and remove retaining bracket (2).

Tightening torque 51 16 10AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Bracket And Screws

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For version with long rail:

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 6AZ .

Unclip the rear center console (2) out of the latch mechanisms (3) toward the top and remove.

Installation note:

Catches (3) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Center Console And Latch Mechanisms

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For version with short rail:

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 6AZ .

Feed out rear center console (2) to the top/rear.

Fig 3: Identifying Rear Center Console And Screws

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