Removing the center console

Preliminary work 

• Deactivate the 48 v ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
• Disconnect all battery GROUND LEADS .
• Remove right footwell TRIM PANEL .
• Remove the pedal mechanism TRIM PANEL .
• Remove the center console TRIM .
• Remove the front STORAGE COMPARTMENT .
• Removing the rear center console TRIM. ..

• Release the screw (1) the left footwell.

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• Release wiring harness from the center console.

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• Loosen the nuts (1) and screws (2).

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• Loosen screws (1).
• Release wiring harness from the center console.

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  NOTE: To provide a better overview: Schematic diagram with partially hidden components.
• Remove the center console (1) to the rear and upwards, feeding out the wiring harness while doing this.

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