Removing and Installing/Replacing Center Armrest Sliding Unit

51 16 ... Removing And Installing/Replacing Center Armrest Sliding Unit

Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear compartment fresh air grill.







Release screws (1).







Version without eject box:
Open center armrest (1) and remove storage tray (2) at same time.

Replacement:
Remove armrest from cover on center armrest.

Version with eject box:
- Disconnect plug connection(s) for eject box







If necessary, detach plug connection (1) with holder from center armrest (2).







Remove both springs (1) on left/right from center armrest (2).

Installation:
Ensure ends of springs are in correct position.







Raise center armrest and drive out split pin (1) on left/right from inside outwards.

Installation:
Fit split pin (1) with notch facing outwards in hinge (2).







Pull swivel arms (1) forwards.
Lever out trim(s) (2) and feed cable (3) out of swivel arms (1).







Remove center armrest (1) from storage tray (2).

Replacement:
Remove armrest from cover on center armrest.