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51 45 031 Replacing Instrument Panel Trim




51 45 031 - Replacing instrument panel trim





Special tools required:






Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove instrument panel trim 51 45 030 Removing and Installing Instrument Panel Trim





Release screws (1).
Remove centre function carrier (2) from instrument panel trim (3).





Release screws (1).
Remove speaker receptacle (2) from instrument panel trim (3).





Remove airbag module on passenger side 72 12 000 Removing and Installing/Replacing Airbag Module on Passenger Side.
Release screws (1).
Remove holder for airbag module on passenger side (2) from instrument panel trim (3).





Unclip both side fresh-air grills (1) with special tool 00 9 340 in direction of arrow from instrument panel trim (2).
Unclip cover for steering column opening (3) in direction of arrow from instrument panel trim (2).





Remove all metal nuts (2) and clips (3) from instrument panel trim (1).