Central Panel Removal/Installation
CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION1. Remove the following parts:
1. Front scuff plate inner
2. Front side trim
3. Console panel
4. Console
5. Hood release lever
6. Lower panel
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole and slide it in the direction of arrow (1).
3. After sliding the flathead screwdriver, insert it in the direction of arrow (2) and remove clip A.
CAUTION: Insert a flathead screwdriver until clip A can be removed while being careful not to allow the climate control unit to be damaged.
4. Remove clip A on the opposite side in the same procedure.
5. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole and lift up the center panel with clips B pressed in, then remove clips B.
6. Pull the center panel outward and detach clips C.
7. Remove the center panel.
8. Install in the reverse order of removal.