Removal Procedure

Block the vehicle wheels.
Put the shift lever into neutral (N).
IMPORTANT: Do not use the convenience door opening as a leverage point.

NOTE: To prevent component damage, DO NOT use metal tools to remove the trim.
Remove the console trim plate.
1. 3.1. Insert your fingers (if necessary, use a flat plastic tool) between the trim plate and the PRNDL at the RH rear corner of the chrome trim (2).
2. 3.2. Gently lift up the trim plate in order to disengage the RH rear corner retainer (3).
3. 3.3. Use the same method at the LH rear corner and the two front corners of the chrome trim in order to disengage the remaining retainers.
Fig 1: Identifying RH Rear Corner Retainer Of Console Trim Plate Assembly
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Lift the console trim plate assembly upwards from the rear edge and pull the assembly rearward.
Disconnect the electrical connectors as necessary.