Center console, removing and installing: Removing

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Remove ashtray and screws -1-.
Remove cover -A- from center console to rear and disconnect electrical connections.

Fig 1: Removing Center Console
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Remove nuts -2- and Phillips head screws -3- (left and right).
Lift rear of console slightly and pull rearward. Disconnect electrical connections.