Remove the center console trim
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Preliminary work
- Refer to DEACTIVATING THE 48 V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
- Refer to DISCONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS .
- Refer to REMOVING THE CARPET ON THE CENTER CONSOLE ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES .
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components .
Scratches, surface damage .
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components .
Scratches, surface damage .
- Protect working area.
- Handle tools and components carefully.
NOTE:
Perform the steps on the right and left side.
- Release the screws (1) on center console trim (2).
- Lever out center console trim (1) from clamps (2) on the rear right and left without
using a tool.
- Slightly lift the center console trim (1) at the rear.
- Unlock the associated plug connections and disconnect.
- Guide the center console trim (1) out to the rear and remove.