Turning The Center Console

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Turn the center console a quarter of a turn.

Fig 1: Identifying Center Console Mounting Screws

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove:

the mountings for the 4 screws on the side
the mountings for the 2 screws on the end
the mountings for the 2 screws on the compartment.

Fig 2: Identifying Locking Washers

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove:

the 2 locking washers on the gas strut at the armrest
the carphone holder / fax
the 4 screws
the cover and bottom of the center console locker.

Lift out the center console locker

NOTE:

Do not damage any electrical equipment.