Center Console - Removal

REMOVAL

NOTE: Most knobs can be remove by hand. The motion should mimic that of a slide hammer. Constant force doesn't aid in the removal of the knob.





1. Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
2. Slide the shift lever back towards the seat and pull in an upward motion with a "quick" snap to remove the knob.





3. If removal of the knob by hand is not possible wrap a shop towel or equivalent (4) around the base of the shift knob (3) and using puller C-4333A-1 or equivalent (2) and slide hammer (1), remove the shift knob from the shift lever.





4. On manual transmission vehicles, using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent, separate the shifter boot (2) from the console bezel (1).





5. Remove the bolt (3) and remove the manual transmission shifter (2) from the shifter shaft (1).





6. Position the park brake lever into the full up position.

NOTE: If necessary, the brake lever can then be rotated into the full up position without engaging the park brakes.

7. Using a long wire hook tool (1) or equivalent, locate the spring end of the park brake clutch.





8. Pull up on the spring end (3) and deactivate the clutch (1) while pulling up on the brake lever (2).





9. Remove the cup holder or ash receiver (1), if equipped.
10. Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent, remove the console bezel (2).





11. Disconnect the electrical connector (1).





12. Remove the four console screws (1).
13. Lift the console (4) up off the clip retainers (3) and remove.