52 25... Removing and installing armrest storage tray

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove COVER AND BUTTON .
• Remove BASE PLATE .

Release screws (1).

To remove storage tray, raise cover (2) slightly.

Fig 1: Identifying Armrest Storage Tray Cover And Screws

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Press the marked area to unlock the storage tray.

Remove storage tray upward at the same time.

Fig 2: Removing Storage Tray

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