Center Console Insert

Center Console Insert

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Trim Removal Wedge (3409)

Removing






- Vehicles with DSG transmission: move the selector lever into "N".

- Turn off the ignition.

- Remove the Climatronic control module (J255).

- Carefully pry out the selector lever/shift lever boot at the side using a (3409) or small screwdriver - arrows - and fold it upward.

- Tape off the center console trim panel all around the center console insert using adhesive tape to avoid damaging the surface.







On versions with an access/start authorization button: the lock on the access/start authorization button (E408) can get damaged if the center console insert is lifted up with too much force because the electrical wire for the button is somewhat short. Loosen the center console insert and remove it.

- Reach with the hand under the center console insert - arrow A - and carefully remove it upward from the center console - arrow B -.

- Disconnect the connectors and carefully remove the center console insert over the selector lever/gearshift lever.

Installation

Installation is reverse of removal, but note the following:

- Press the center console insert in until it engages audibly.