Remove side center console trim panel

Lever out the footwell light (1) at the marked position with the special tool 0 493 681 (64 1 020).
Disconnect the associated plug connection and remove the footwell light (1).

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Loosen screw (1).
Release side center console trim panel (2) from retaining clips (3).
Feed out side center console trim panel (2) from guides (4) and remove.

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