Removing Center Console

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Ignition off.

Fig 1: Identifying Panel Inside Center Console

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Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove the panel inside the center console. It is secured with 4 hidden clips.

Fig 2: Identifying Radio Panel

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Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove the radio panel. It is secured with 2 hidden hooks.

HINT: Insert a small screwdriver and push the hooks away, 1 per side.

Fig 3: Identifying Infotainment Control Module

GLL117663

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove the infotainment control module (ICM). It is secured with 2 hidden clips.

HINT: Grip the infotainment control module (ICM) with both hands. Push the control module straight out of the center console.

Remove:

the 2 connectors from the infotainment control module (ICM)
the connector from the center console.

Fig 4: Identifying Center Console

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Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove:

the panel. See POWER SOCKET 12 V (2005-07) or POWER SOCKET 12 V (2008-11)
the 4 screws.

Unclip the gear selector lever boot.

Lift the center console up/out.