We remove the central panel when you need to remove the instrument panel and perform heater repair work
We also remove the central panel when it is necessary to perform body work
The center console is also called the floor tunnel lining
Open the console cover and take out the cassette deck and fabric insert.
Use an 8mm socket wrench to unscrew the two screws
Use a slotted screwdriver to “snap off” two plastic grilles.
Use the same screwdriver to pry up the front console insert and remove it.
Pull up the rubber cover of the gear lever and, using a thin screwdriver, remove the plastic retainer.
This is one of two possible ways to remove the gearshift lever.
Second method
Unscrew the nut securing the gear shift knob to the box and, having engaged the neutral gear, lift the knob up, shaking it slightly.
This method is more preferable, since in this case the handle is completely removed and does not interfere with the removal of the console.
Unscrew the two top screws
Unscrew the two lower screws securing the front ashtray panel
Take out the ashtray, disconnecting the wiring.
Unscrew one self-tapping screw with a head of 8
Unscrew the two 10mm nuts inside the console.
Use a screwdriver to press the console down a little
Pull out the console.
Disconnect the two connectors from the inside of the console or under the instrument panel
Heater distribution boxes pass under it
Install the console in reverse order.