Trim Plate Replacement/Installation - Console
512000 Document Number 517129Tools Required
Plastic Trim Tool
Removal Procedure
Notice:
To prevent component damage, DO NOT use metal tools to remove the trim.
1. Block the wheels on the vehicle.
2. Remove the center IP trim plate.
Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - IP Center removal procedure in this bulletin.
3. Place protective tape between the console vinyl trim (5) and the console trim plate (2).
4. Remove the shift lever knob by pulling it straight up. There are no clips, pins or fasteners.
5. Remove the two fasteners (1) retaining the console trim plate to the IP.
6. Between the rear edge of the console trim plate (4) and the closed cup holder door, carefully insert a plastic trim tool. Insert the plastic trim tool far enough to ensure it is behind the trim plate plastic backing material.
7. Carefully pry the rear of the console trim plate upward just far enough to disengage the two rear retainer clips.
Notice:
In order to avoid damage, DO NOT allow the SHARP edges of the trim plate to come in contact with the soft vinyl trim on the console.
8. Disengage the remaining retainer clips.
8.1. Use one hand to carefully push the LH side of the console away from the trim plate.
8.2. Use the other hand to grasp the LH side of the trim plate through the chrome ring (3).
8.3. Gently pull up the LH side of the trim plate just far enough to disengage the retainer clip(s).
8.4. Repeat Steps 8.1 through 8.3 for the RH side.
9. Put the shifter lever into third (3).
10. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Important:
DO NOT USE THE CONVENIENCE DOOR OPENING AS A LEVERAGE POINT.
11. Remove the console trim plate. Avoid contact with the console vinyl trim.
11.1. Grasp the top and bottom of the chrome ring on the console trim plate with both hands and gently pull the trim plate assembly rearward until the two upper attach brackets are clear of the radio.
11.2. Tip the rear of the trim plate up and pull the trim plate rearward until it is clear of the IP.
Installation Procedure
1. Ensure the protective tape is still in place.
2. Carefully insert the console trim plate half way into the IP.
3. Connect the electrical connectors.
4. Push the console trim plate all the way into the IP.
Notice:
In order to avoid damage DO NOT allow the SHARP edges of the trim plate to come in contact with the soft vinyl trim on the console.
5. Engage the retainer clips.
5.1. Use one hand to carefully push the LH side of the console away.
5.2. Use the other hand to grasp the LH side of the trim plate through the chrome ring.
5.3. Align the retainer clips on the LH side of the trim plate to the openings in the console.
5.4. Repeat Steps 5.1 through 5.3 for the RH side.
6. Gently press the trim plate onto the console. Apply even pressure on both sides of the console trim plate in order to engage the retainer clips. DO NOT USE FORCE.
7. Install the two fasteners that retain the console trim plate to the IP.
Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
8. Install the shift lever knob.
9. Install the center IP trim plate.
Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - IP Center Installation procedure in this bulletin.
10. Remove the protective tape.