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Sliding Lid - Center Console - Remove And Replace: Remove

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NOTE: This procedure is performed with the center console installed in the vehicle. Some images may show the center console outside of the vehicle, but that is only to provide more clarity on the fasteners and components.
  1. Open the LH and RH front doors and lower the LH and RH front windows.
  2. Move the driver and front passenger seats to the most rearward and lowest position.
  3. Remove the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD APRON - REAR (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  4. Disconnect LV power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect) .
  5. Open the armrest.
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  6. Release the clips (x17) that attach the center console decor to the center console, then disconnect the electrical connector, and then remove the decor from the vehicle.
    NOTE: Release all surrounding clips, and then release front upper portion of the trim.
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  7. Remove the bolts (x14) that attach the bright strip to the center console.

    1.6 N.m (1.2 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 bit
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  8. Release the locating tabs (x12) that attach the bright strip to the center console, and then remove the bright strip from the vehicle.
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  9. Release the clips (x6) that attach the cup holder to the center console, and then disconnect the security body controller module electrical connector.
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  10. Disconnect the cup holder electrical connectors (x2).
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  11. Remove the screws (x4) that attach the cup holder to the center console.

    1.1 N.m (.8 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 bit
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  12. Release the clips (x2) that attach the cup holder to the center console, and then remove cup holder from the vehicle.
    NOTE: Feed the electrical harness through the access hole.
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  13. Disconnect the sliding lid electrical connector, and release the tabs (x2) that attach sliding lid to the center console.
    CAUTION: Do not pull on the electrical connector wires.
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  14. Remove the screws (x9) that attach the sliding lid to the center console.

    1.1 N.m (.8 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 bit
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  15. Lift straight up to remove the sliding lid from the center console.
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