51 45 070 Removing and Installing or Replacing Instrument Panel Lower Section

51 45 070 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Instrument Panel Lower Section







Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Move wheels into straight-ahead position
- Disconnect battery negative lead
- Remove complete instrument cluster
- Remove instrument panel top section trim
- Remove knee protection, driver's side, left
- Remove steering column switch cluster
- Remove footwell lights
- Remove glove compartment light
- If necessary, remove CD changer







Release screws (1).
Release plug for On-Board Diagnosis (2).







Release screws (1).







Release screws (1).







Release screws (1).
Remove instrument panel lower section (2) towards rear.

Installation:
Make sure air ducts are correctly seated.

Replacement:
Remove vents (3).