51 45 050 Removing and Installing Dashboard Upper Section Trim

51 45 050 Removing And Installing Dashboard Upper Section Trim







When working with trim panels, be sure that visible surfaces are not damaged or scratched (e. g. with sharp-edged tools).







Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove dashboard complete with support
- Remove complete instrument panel







Release top screws (1).







Release screws (2) from middle of fresh air grille (1) at left and right.

Unlock and feed out middle of fresh air grille at left and right (1) by twisting.

Release screws (3) from function carrier (4).







Release remaining screws (1) from function carrier (2).

Feed out the function carrier (2) and place to one side.

Installation note:
Make sure wiring harnesses are laid correctly.







Release screws (3) on retaining bracket of front passenger airbag module (2).

passenger airbag module (2).

Tightening torque 72 12 7AZ.

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Unclip counterpart of plug connection (1) from retaining bracket of front passenger airbag module (2).







Release screws (1) on trim panel of top part of dashboard (2) at right.

Feed out and remove trim panel of top part of dashboard (2) from dashboard support.