Repair Procedures: Replacement

CAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

NOTE:

When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Remove the floor console assembly.
(Refer to Floor Console - "FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY ")
Remove the rear console cover.
(Refer to Floor Console - "REAR CONSOLE COVER ")
Loosen the console armrest mounting bolts (A).

Fig 1: Loosen Console Armrest Mounting Bolts
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Loosen the mounting screws (A) and remove the console armrest (B).

Fig 2: Remove Console Armrest Mounting Screws
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Replace any damaged clips.