Console Panel Removal/Installation
Console Panel Removal/InstallationNOTE:
- When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts to prevent damage.
- Take care not to scratch the front seat, dashboard, and related parts.
1. Remove these items:
- Driver's and passenger's front console trim
- Rear console
- Dashboard lower cover
2. Remove the driver's front console cover (A) and passenger's front console cover (B).
1. Remove the screw (C, D).
2. Detach the rear clips (E) by pulling both covers outward.
3. Pull both trim back to detach the front clips (F).
3. Remove the shift indicator trim ring.
4. Remove the console panel tray (A).
1. Carefully insert a flat-tip screwdriver next to the clip (B), and detach the clips by prying on the driver's seat heater switch (C) and passenger's seat heater switch (D). Take care not to scratch the console panel tray.
2. Pull out the switches, then disconnect the seat heater switch connector (E).
3. Gently pull out the console panel tray to release the hooks (F) and tabs (G).
5. Remove the console panel (A).
1. Remove the screws (B, C).
2. Release the tabs (D).
3. Disconnect the accessory socket connector (E).
6. Install the console panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Replace any damaged clips.
- Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly.