Center Console: Removal

On manual A/C models, disconnect the control cables from both sides of the heater & cooling unit.
1. Disconnect the cable on the driver's side.
  
  Fig 1: Disconnecting A/C Control Cable
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2. Attach the protective tape (a) to the panel center LWR.
3. Release the glove box dampers and stoppers, and remove the pocket assembly by pulling it toward you.
  
  Fig 2: Releasing Glove Box Pocket
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4. Disconnect the cable on the passenger's side.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Passenger Side Control Cable
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Remove the panel center assembly.
CAUTION:
- Do not put your finger on the fin of the air vent grille. Doing so may damage the fin.
- Pull the panel center assembly slowly. Pulling with excessive force may damage the connector on the back.
1. Insert a plastic remover to the three areas shown by the arrows, and slightly lift up the panel center assembly.
2. With the panel center assembly lifted up slightly, release the claw by using a clip remover wrapped with protective tape.
3. Release the rest of the claws, and pull out the panel center assembly.
4. Disconnect the connectors, and remove the panel center assembly.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Center Panel Assembly
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