Trim Plate: Removal

Turn the ignition key to the RUN position. Place the shift lever in the NEUTRAL position. Remove the shift control knob. Using a small flat-bladed screwdriver, carefully pry the staple clip from the control lever knob. See Fig 1 . Pull up to remove the knob from the transmission control. Open the console armrest door. Remove the coin holder from inside the console. See Fig 2 .
Unsnap the switch plate (2) from the floor console. See Fig 3 . Disconnect the electrical connectors (4) from the switches (1, 3), if equipped. Remove the console trim plate bolts (2). See Fig 4 . Disconnect the PRNDL lamp connector. Disconnect the cigarette lighter electrical connector. Remove the console trim plate (1).

Fig 1: Removing & Installing Shifter Staple Clip

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Fig 2: Removing & Installing Coin Holder

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Fig 3: Removing & Installing Switch Plate

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Fig 4: Removing & Installing Console Trim Plate Bolts

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