Without electric parking brake

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Pull the console panel in the direction of the arrow in the order of (1), (2) and remove the clips.

Fig 1: Pulling Console Panel - Without Electric Parking Brake
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Remove the console panel from the rear console.
Remove the pins in the direction of the arrows shown in the figure.

Fig 2: Removing Console Lid Pins
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NOTE:
- If the pins are deformed or crushed, replace the pins with new ones.
Remove the console lid from the rear console.
Install in the reverse order of removal.