51 45 031 Replacing Instrument Panel Trim

51 45 031 - Replacing instrument panel trim





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove instrument panel trim 51 45 030 Removing and Installing Instrument Panel Trim
- Remove right fresh-air grill Removing and Installing/Replacing Right Fresh-Air Grill





Unclip both heated-air duct trims (1) in direction of arrow and remove from instrument panel trim (3).
Unclip passenger-side vent (2) in direction of arrow and remove from instrument panel trim (3).





Release clips (2).
Remove top steering column cover (1) in direction of arrow from instrument panel trim (3).
Release screws (4).
Remove driver's-side air duct (5) from instrument panel trim (3).





Release screws (1).
Remove passenger-side air duct (2) from instrument panel trim (3).





Remove clips (1).

Note:
Replace damaged clips (1):
A - Turn clip (1) with screwdriver to left by approx. 60°.
B - Lever out clip (1) from below.





Release screws (1).
Remove instrument panel function carrier (2) from instrument panel trim (3).
Removal all metal nuts (4) from instrument panel trim (3).





Version with head-up display:
Release screws (1).
Remove head-up display frame (2) in direction of arrow from instrument panel trim (3).