51 45 180 Removing and installing/replacing lower left instrument panel trim

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Removal:

Unclip and remove the trim panel for the bottom instrument panel (1) from the retaining clips (2).

Unlock associated plug connections and disconnect.

Remove bottom instrument panel trim (1).

Fig 1: Removing Trim Panel For Bottom Instrument Panel From Retaining Clips

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Replacement:

Installation:

Connect plug connections.

Engage trim panel (1) in retaining clips (2).

Fig 2: Trim Panel And Retaining Clips

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