51 45 380 Removing and Installing (Replacing) Right Decorative Strip on Instrument Panel

51 45 380 - Removing and installing (replacing) right decorative strip on instrument panel





Special tools required:
- 00 9 317 00 9 317 Trim Panel Wedge





Release screws (1).

Partially fit special tool 00 9 317 00 9 317 Trim Panel Wedge as illustrated.

Lever out right decorative strip on instrument panel (3) at retaining points (2) and pull back.





Version up to MY 2004:

Lever out lock (1) towards front and detach Bowden cable (2).

Version from MY 2005:

Lever out lock (1) towards rear and detach Bowden cable (2) upwards.

Disengage Bowden cable nipple (3) and remove right decorative strip on instrument panel.





Installation:
Clips (1) must be seated in associated mountings.

If necessary, remove clips (1) remaining on right decorative strip on instrument panel.

Replace damaged clips (1):

A - Turn clip (1) with screwdriver to left by approx. 60°.
B - Lever out clip (1) from below.





Replacement:

Release screws (1).

Remove glovebox button (2) from right decorative strip on instrument panel (3).