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51 16 165 Removing and Installing Complete Centre Console



51 16 165 Removing And Installing Complete Centre Console







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







Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove front cup holder
- Remove mounting rail Not with telephone optional equipment:
- Remove service cap on centre console cover at rear

Not with telephone optional equipment:







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

Tightening torque 51 16 6AZ.







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

Tightening torque 51 16 7AZ.







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

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







Installation note:
Retaining clips (2) of centre console (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Watch out for the wiring harness installation arrangement.