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



51 45 380 Removing and installing (replacing) right decorative strip on dashboard

Special tools required:







IMPORTANT: Risk of damage.

A hard disk is installed in the Car Information Computer (CIC).
Carry out mechanical work on the CIC and adjacent components with care.
Avoid subjecting the CIC to vibration/shocks.







IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage.
Do not turn special tool 00 9 317 when levering out and pay attention to pressure marks.

Lever out decorative strip (2) from left side beginning at retaining points (1) with special tool 00 9 317.
Press out switch for hazard warning flashers / central locking system from back and disconnect plug connection.
Disconnect plug connection from start/stop switch and remove decorative strip (2).







Installation note:
Clips (1) must be seated in associated mounts.
If necessary, remove clips (1) remaining on decorative strip.
Replace damaged clips (1):
A Turn clip (1) with slotted screwdriver to left by approx. 90°.
B Lever out clip (1) from below.







Replacement:
- Remove Start/Stop switch
- Remove right fresh air grille
- Remove centre fresh air grille