51 16 160 Removing and Installing Centre Console Cover

51 16 160 Removing And Installing Centre Console Cover

Special tools required:







When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.







Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect negative battery cable







NOTE: Any identical work steps are illustrated in automatic version.

For comparison:
Graphic shows centre console trim for manual version.







Manual transmission version only:
Pry gearshift lever cover (1) off of selector lever using special tool 00 9 325.

NOTE: Always pry off starting from the side to prevent damaging the gearshift lever cover frame (1).







Open both centre console armrests.
Lever out rear cover (1) with special tool 00 9 325.







Installation note:
Latch mechanisms (see arrows) on cover closure (1) may not be damaged.







Release screw (1).







Carefully pry out centre console trim (1) with special tool 00 9 325, while clamping it off and then removing in the direction indicated by the arrow.
Unlock and disconnect underlying plug connections.

Manual transmission version only:
Carefully feed out gearshift lever cover through the centre console trim opening (1).

Remove centre console trim (1).







Installation note:
Replace defective retainers (1).
Guide (2) must not be damaged.
Make sure centre console trim is seated correctly.