51 16 202 Removing and installing/replacing front cupholder

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

Necessary preliminary work: 

Version with automatic transmissions only: 

• Remove GAITER (SELECTOR LEVER COVER FOR GEARSHIFT BRACKET .

Fold insert mat at front (1) towards rear.

Installation note: 

Mount nipples (3) correctly in holding eyelets (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Front Insert Mat, Eyelets And Nipples

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Release screws (1) on cupholder (2) at front.

Tightening torque 51 16 8AZ .

Feed cupholder (2) out of mounting rail (4).

Manual gearbox versions only: 

• Pull gearshift lever knob (3) up off of gearshift lever with a jerk.

Installation note: 

Gearshift lever knob (3) must noticeably engage on gearshift lever.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws On Cupholder

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With controller version only: 

Unlock plug connections (2) on controller (1) and disconnect.

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connections On Controller

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Disconnect plug connection on cigarette lighter (1).

If necessary, unlock further plug connections (2) and disconnect.

Remove can holder.

Fig 4: Identifying Plug Connection On Cigarette Lighter

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Replacement 

• Modify cigarette lighter
• If necessary, modify COMMUNICATION INTERFACE

With controller version only: 

• Modify FRONT CONTROLLER .

Manual gearbox versions only: 

• Carefully feed out gearshift lever cover (1) at marked location.

Fig 5: Feeding Out Gearshift Lever Cover

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Installation note: 

Seams of gearshift lever cover (3) run in a 6-o'clock direction relative to the cupholder at front (2).