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Cup Holder, Replacing






Cup holder, replacing

Special tools:
951 2943 L-hook 951 2943 L-Hook

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and / or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Removing the mug holder








Release the cup holder 10-15 mm from the depressed position.
Insert the special tool diagonally in the lower edge of the cup holder and locate the hook.
Turn the special tool clockwise. At the same time pull the cup holder out at the bottom edge.

Hint: Use a weatherstrip tool to expose the hidden locating pin. Carefully pry towards the dashboard environment panel.

Hint: Test the new, uninstalled cup holder in order to find the hooks more easily and understand how they are pried out.




Carry out the same procedure to disconnect the hook at the top of the cup holder.

Hint: Insert the tool diagonally and turn it clockwise.

Hint: Ensure that the bottom edge of the cup holder does not enter the clip position by holding it with one hand and at the same time locating the hook at the top edge.




Pull the cup holder straight out and remove.

Hint: Pull in the folded out cup holder for greater force.

Installing the mug holder




Install the cup holder.

Note! Ensure that the cup holder hooks into place at the upper and lower edges. Ensure that the guide for the radio panel is correctly positioned.

Hint: Use a weatherstrip tool to guide the cup holder correctly at the lower edge and to ensure that the locating pin does not damage the dashboard environment panel.