Console: Service and Repair

FLOOR CONSOLE

REMOVAL

1. Remove the transmission shift lever handle/ knob:
- Automatic transmissions, pull the handle straight upward to remove it.
- Insert a thin-blade tool under the edge of the transmission shift indicator bezel and pry up to remove.
- Manual transmissions, loosen the locknut and un-thread the shift knob from the shaft.
- Pull the shift boot up to remove.

2. Insert a thin-blade tool under the edge of the transfer case shift indicator bezel or cover plate and pry up to remove.
3. Open the console lid.

Fig. 6:

4. Remove the screws attaching the console to the floor and mounting bracket (Fig. 6).
5. Disconnect the wire harness connector.
6. Separate the console from the floor.

INSTALLATION

1. Position the console on the floor.
2. Attach the air duct to the air outlet duct.
3. Connect the wire harness connectors.
4. Install the screws attaching the console to the mounting bracket.
5. Install the shift indicator bezels (or cover plate).
6. Install the shift lever handle knob.