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





51 45 380 Removing And Installing (Replacing) Right Decorative Strip On Instrument Panel

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 shaking/shocks.







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

Lever out decorative strip (2) from left side beginning at retaining points (1) with special tool 00 9 317.

Disconnect associated plug connection and remove decorative strip (2).







Installation:
Clips (1) must be seated in associated mountings.

If necessary, remove clips (1) remaining on decorative strip.

Replace damaged clips (1):
A Turn clip (1) with screwdriver to left by approx. 90°.
B Lever out clip (1) from below.







Replacement:
- Remove Start/Stop switch
- Switch for hazard warning system/central locking
- Remove right fresh-air grille
- Remove centre fresh-air grille