Repair Procedures: Replacement

CAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

NOTE:

When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver or using a prying trim tool, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts to prevent damage.
Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
Be careful not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Remove the rear console cover.
(Refer to Floor Console - "REAR CONSOLE COVER ")
Remove the rear air vent duct (A).

Fig 1: Locating Rear Air Vent Duct
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After loosening the mounting screws, remove the console armrest (A).

Fig 2: Locating Console Armrest
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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- Make sure that the connector is connected properly.
- Replace any damage clips.