2. Console Front Panel

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the console box. < Refer to REMOVAL , Console Box. >
Remove the shift knob. (MT model)
Detach the plastic hooks (A) and pull up on the console front panel.

Fig 1: Identifying Console Front Panel Hooks
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NOTE: Pull up towards the rear of the vehicle to remove.
Remove the clips and screws, and remove the console side panel.

Fig 2: Locating Console Side Panel Clips And Screws
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Fig 3: Locating Console Side Panel Clips And Screws
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NOTE: Pull towards the rear of the vehicle to remove.