Console Box: Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
NOTE:
- On CVT models, shift the select lever into "N" before disconnecting the battery ground cable.
- For the power seat, move the seat to the front-most position before removing the battery ground terminal.
Release the claws, and then remove the boot - hand brake.

Fig 1: Identifying Claws And Boot - Hand Brake
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Release the clips, and remove the ornament panel - console.

Fig 2: Removing Ornament Panel - Console And Clips
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NOTE: Removal is easier if you grab the arrow sections from right and left and pull them at the same time.
Remove the cover - shift lever.
1. Remove the shift knob. (MT model)
2. Release the clips and claws, then pull up the cover - shift lever.
Fig 3: Turning Shift Knob
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Release the claws, and remove the tray assembly - CTR LWR.

Fig 4: Identifying Claws And Tray Assembly - CTR LWR
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Remove the console box assembly.
1. Move the seat forward, and remove the bolts after detaching the left and right caps.
2. Remove the screws and release the claws, then disconnect the harness connector and remove the console box assembly.
Fig 5: Locating Console Box Assembly Screws And Claws
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Remove the left and right panel center LWR.
1. Remove the screws and clips.
2. Release the claws, and then pull the panel center LWR to remove.
Fig 6: Pulling Panel Center LWR (1 Of 2)
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Fig 7: Pulling Panel Center LWR (2 Of 2)
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