Rear Console Lid - Surface Peeling
Bulletin No. 004/98Issued 04/22/98
Revised
Category
S (09)
Applicable Model/s
1997-98 Millenia
Subject
REAR CONSOLE LID SURFACE PEELING
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
JM1TA22**W1406227 or lower
DESCRIPTION
There is a possibility that the latex coating on the rear console (center arm rest) may peel off and cause a poor appearance (see FIGURE 1). Modified outer console lids with an improved coating are now available as service parts.
Customers complaining of this concern should have the vehicle inspected and, if necessary, a modified part installed in accordance with this procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Verify customer complaint.
2. Open the rear center console lid (arm rest).
3. Apply a piece of masking tape to each side of the console next to hinges (see FIGURE 2).
Caution
^ Do not skip this step. The console can be damaged when removing the lower arm rest insert screws.
4. Remove the eight (8) arm rest insert screws.
5. Insert a small pry tool (approximately 6 inches from the top of the arm rest insert) between the arm rest lid and the insert.
6. Pry slightly and repeat on the opposite side.
7. Grasp and slide the insert downward to remove.
Caution
^ Failure to follow this procedure will result in damage to the lid latch.
8. Remove the two (2) screws from the lid hinge and remove the lid.
9. Remove the two (2) screws from the cup holder and install the cup holder onto the modified arm rest lid.
10. Install the modified arm rest in the reverse order.
11. Remove masking tape and adhesive residue.
PART(S) INFORMATION
Part Number Description Qty.
T032-64-461B-90 Console Lid, only - Tan (Beige) 1
T032-64-461B-02 Console Lid, only - Black 1
Note
^ It is no longer necessary to replace the complete assembly for the center arm rest console if only the console lid needs to be replaced.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Note
^ This information applies to verified customer complaints on vehicles covered under normal warranty.