Center Panel Removal/Installation

Open the glove compartment.
Affix protective tape to the shaded position shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
- If the remover tool is inserted without affixing protective tape, the passenger-side lower panel may be damaged. Always affix protective tape before inserting the remover tool to prevent damage.
Fig 1: Affixing Protective Tape To Shaded Position
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Insert the remover tool into the position shown in the figure and move it in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure.

Fig 2: Inserting Remover Tool Into Position
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Move the center panel in the direction of arrow (2) shown in the figure and detach clips A and B.
Hold the shaded areas shown in the figure with your hands, pull the center panel in the direction of the arrow and detach the clips.

Fig 3: Moving Center Panel
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Remove the center panel.
Install in the reverse order of removal.