Console Replacement (Without RPO Code UV8)

Console Replacement (w/o UV8)

Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to SIR Handling Caution.

1. Disable the SIR. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Remove the storage bins or the CD changer as needed. Refer to Console Storage Bin Replacement (Service and Repair) or Remote CD Changer Replacement.
4. Remove the console trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Console (Service and Repair).
5. Remove the left console trim panel. Refer to Console Trim Panel Replacement - Left (Console Trim Panel Replacement - Left).
6. Remove the right console trim panel. Refer to Console Trim Panel Replacement - Right (Console Trim Panel Replacement - Right).
7. Disconnect the shifter cable from the shifter. Refer to Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Replacement.
8. Disconnect the park lock cable from the shifter. Refer to Park Lock Cable Replacement (LHD).




9. Remove the cover (1) from the floor of the storage bin.




10. Disconnect the electrical connectors (1,2,3) from the center console.
11. Move both front seats to the rear in order to access the front console to floor fasteners.




12. Remove the 2 fasteners (1) that secure the metal bracket arms to the floor.
13. Remove the 2 nuts (2) from the console rear to the floor pan.




14. Remove the 2 fasteners (2) from the console (1) to the lower instrument panel (IP).

Notice: When removing or installing the center console, do not allow the metal brackets to scrape the seats and damage the material.

15. Lift up the rear of the console and slide the console rearward.
16. Remove the center console from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure

1. Position the console assembly on the floor in the vehicle.
2. Connect the console electrical connectors.
3. Lift up on the rear of the center console and slide the center console (1) forward in order to align the front edges of the center console with the lower IP.
Place the rear of the center console (1) onto the rear studs.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

4. Install the 2 fasteners (2) from the center console (1) to lower IP.

Tighten the fasteners (2) to 2 N.m (18 lb in).





5. Install the 2 nuts (2) to the floor studs in the center console compartment.

Tighten the fasteners (2) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

6. Install the fasteners (1) to the metal bracket arms on the console.

Tighten the fasteners (1) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).





7. Connect the electrical connectors (1,2,3) on both sides of the console.




8. Install the cover (1) to the floor of the storage bin.
9. Install the park lock cable to the shifter. Refer to Park Lock Cable Replacement (LHD).
10. Connect the shift cable to the shifter. Refer to Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Replacement.
11. Install the left console panel. Refer to Console Trim Panel Replacement - Left (Console Trim Panel Replacement - Left).
12. Install the right console panel. Refer to Console Trim Panel Replacement - Right (Console Trim Panel Replacement - Right).
13. Install the console trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Console (Service and Repair).
14. Install the storage bins or the CD changer as needed. Refer to Console Storage Bin Replacement (Service and Repair) or Remote CD Changer Replacement.
15. Enable the SIR. Refer to Enabling the SIR System.