51 16 165 Removing and installing/replacing complete center console

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When working with trim panels, be sure not to scratch or damage visible surfaces (e. g. with sharp-edged tools).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT CUP HOLDER
Remove the rail. See REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING RAIL (LONG) and REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING RAIL (SHORT) .

Not for version with telephone:

Remove the COVER FROM THE REAR CENTER CONSOLE COVER

For versions with a 12 V power socket:

Remove the 12 V POWER SOCKET

Not with telephone optional equipment:

Release screws (1) and remove rear center console cover rearwards (2).

Tightening torque 51 16 6AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Center Console Cover And Screws

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Release nut (1) from center console (2), front.

Tightening torque 51 16 7AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Center Console And Nut

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Detach center console (1) at rear right and left.

Feed out center console (1) past parking brake lever and set down.

Fig 3: Identifying Center Console

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Installation note:

Retaining clips (2) of center console (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Watch out for the wiring harness installation arrangement.

Fig 4: Identifying Center Console And Retaining Clips

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