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05-17-2011, 03:46 AM | #1 |
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How to remove ashtray cover
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I've managed to get some small coins jammed underneath the ashtray in the centre console.(2011 5 series) ..the result is that the ashtray lid now only opens to 45 degrees, so I can't remove the ashtray insert to get at the coins... Can anyone tell me how to remove the ashtray cover - bearing in mind that it only opens to 45 degrees ? Tx Aido |
05-17-2011, 04:39 AM | #2 |
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Can't you really pull the insert up?
That's what it looks like: I'm afraid you'd have to disassemble the whole thing by the looks of it, unless you can somehow detach the hinges of the ashtray lid from the outside (and then re-attach it back). |
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05-17-2011, 04:54 AM | #3 |
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Hi Breach,
no, I can't get the insert out - the lid (Part Number 4 from your diagram) only opens to 45 degrees. Is there any trick to remove the ashtray lid from the outside ? Tx Anyway Aido |
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05-17-2011, 05:08 AM | #4 |
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Try flipping the lid on and off it's stuck position whilst poking around inside with an angled probe in order to free the jammed object. Alternatively have a look with a small mirror and torch (flashlight); you might be able to see the offending article and move it clear of the hinge with the aforesaid probe.
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05-17-2011, 06:06 AM | #6 |
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Ok guys - thanks for that - I'll try it this evening when I get home, that's if I ever get through all the roadblocks and security - Queen Elisabeth II is in Dublin today - Dublin is locked down tight !!
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05-21-2011, 05:42 AM | #7 |
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The cover not lid slides off to give a few mms of clearance, then remove ashtray our which is a squeeze. I then gave a few hard bangs on the side of console to force the coins to move and managed to pick them out.
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05-23-2011, 09:04 AM | #8 |
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I had EXACTLY the same problem earlier this month and it was completely annoying. I even tried getting a strong magnet to suck out the offending coin but it didnt work.
Then my wife pulled out the ashtray with a little effort and the coin stuck on the side was easy to grab. The cover opens beautifully now and I am careful about not jamming in too many coins. |
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