Center Console Cup Holder Sliding Cover - Replacement?

[spongerich]

My cup holder is missing the little sliding cover. I bought a replacement cup holder assembly, but I'm not relishing the idea of disassembling the entire vehicle just to install it.

Has anyone replaced just the sliding cover?

I was looking at my new cup holder and it looks like I might be able to work the cover out without breaking it.. I was thinking of soaking it in some very hot water for a bit to make it a little more flexible.

I really don't want to break this one since replacements are pretty pricey.

[Riba]

Unfortunately you will not be able to replace it without removing the complete center console, and then disassembling it a bit more.
If you try to go your way you will probably break the cover.

It is not that bad, you need an afternoon and a guide that is floating around the forum and it can be done. I did it a few months ago.

[Ricky Bobby]

^^^This. Center console needs to come out, its attached from the underside. Follow the guide on the top of the forum "BMW X5 Tips and Tricks" to a T and its really not bad.

If you are going to replace wood trims, that would also be a good time to do it.