Centre console preparations

Fig 1: Prying Out Panel Using Weatherstrip Tool

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Open the center console locker.
Press the panel down at the front edge of the center console locker. Carefully pry out the panel until the two catches release. Use a plastic weatherstrip tool.
Remove the panel.

Fig 2: Prying Off Bottom Of Center Console Locker At Front Edge Using Weatherstrip Tool

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Pry off the front edge of the center console locker bottom. Use a weatherstrip tool.
Detach the floor. Place the floor to one side.

Fig 3: Identifying Center Console Screws

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Fig 4: Pressing Catches Using Small Screwdriver

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Insert a small screwdriver between the center console locker hinges and the center console.
Press in the two catches on the inside. At the same time pull the rear end backwards until it releases.
Position the rear end at the rear edge of the center console. Do not disconnect the connectors.