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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disable the SIR. Refer to ZONE 7 and ZONE 9 in Air Bag Restraint Systems.
  2. Set the parking brake.
  3. Remove the storage bins or the CD changer as needed. Refer to CONSOLE STORAGE BIN REPLACEMENT   or REMOTE CD CHANGER REPLACEMENT  in Entertainment.
  4. Remove the console trim plate. Refer to TRIM PLATE REPLACEMENT - CONSOLE   . 
  5. Remove the left console trim panel. Refer to CONSOLE TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - LEFT   . 
  6. Remove the right console trim panel. Refer to CONSOLE TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - RIGHT   . 
  7. Disconnect the shifter cable from the shifter. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION RANGE SELECTOR CABLE REPLACEMENT  in Automatic Transmission - 4T80-E.
  8. Disconnect the park lock cable from the shifter. Refer to PARK LOCK CABLE REPLACEMENT (LHD)  or PARK LOCK CABLE REPLACEMENT (RHD)  in Automatic Transmission - 4T80-E.
  9. Remove the cover (1) from the floor of the storage bin.
    Fig 1: Removing Floor Storage Bin Cover
    G02179270Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Disconnect the electrical connectors (1, 2, 3) from the center console.
  11. Move both front seats to the rear in order to access the front console to floor fasteners.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Electrical Connectors From Center Console
    G02179271Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the 2 fasteners (1) that secure the metal bracket arms to the floor.
    Fig 3: Removing Metal Bracket Arms Fasteners
    G02179272Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the 2 nuts (2) from the console rear to the floor pan.
  14. Remove the 2 fasteners (2) from the console (1) to the lower instrument panel (I/P).
    Fig 4: Removing Console To Lower Instrument Panel Fasteners
    G02179273Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: When removing or installing the center console, do not allow the metal brackets to scrape the seats and damage the material.
  15. Lift up the rear of the console and slide the console rearward.
  16. Remove the center console from the vehicle.
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