Console, Center: Removal: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Jeep Wrangler and 2015 Jeep Wrangler. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the 12V power outlet. Refer to OUTLET, POWER, 12 V, REMOVAL .
- Remove the 115V power outlet. Refer to OUTLET, POWER, 115 V, REMOVAL .
- Using a trim stick (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent, remove the rear console bezel (1) and disconnect the electrical connectors (2), if equipped.
NOTE:
Most transfer case shift knobs can be remove by hand. The motion should mimic that of a slide hammer. Constant force doesn't aid in the removal of the knob.
- Slide the transfer case shift lever back towards the seat and pull in an upward motion with a "quick" snap to remove the knob.
- If removal of the transfer case shift knob by hand is not possible wrap a shop towel or equivalent (4) around the base of the shift knob (3) and using puller (special tool #C-4333A-1, Puller, Pulley) or equivalent (2) and slide hammer (1), remove the shift knob from the shift lever.
- On manual transmission vehicles, using a trim stick (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent, separate the shifter boot (2) from the console bezel (1).
- Remove the cup holder or ash receiver, if equipped.
- Using a trim stick (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent, separate the retaining clips and remove the console bezel (2).
- Position the brake lever (1) into the full up position.
- Remove the four screws (3) and separate the console (2).
- Disconnect the electrical connectors and separate the harness supports from the console.
- Remove the console.