Center Console Insert, Removing And Installing: Removing

-- Remove the center console decorative trim. Refer to CENTER CONSOLE DECORATIVE TRIM, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the bolt -arrow-.

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-- Versions with gearshift lever: lift the shift lever boot -1- by hand or carefully pry it out at the side using the :3409  in direction of -arrows- and fold it upward.

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-- Versions with selector lever: remove the selector lever handle. Refer to appropriate Service Information .

-- Starting at the back, unclip the center console insert upward from the center console in direction of -arrow- using the :3409  .

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-- Disengage the remaining retainers for the center console insert.

-- Carefully turn the center console insert -1-, disconnect the connectors and remove them.