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Front Floor Console Armrest Replacement with DVD

Removal Procedure

  1. Open the DVD display screen.

  2. Object Number: 1233566  Size: SH
  3. Remove the 2 screws (1) under the armrest filler trim.
  4. Pull up on the armrest filler trim in order to release the retaining tabs.

  5. Object Number: 1233561  Size: SH
  6. Remove the armrest retaining screws (2).
  7. Remove the armrest.

Installation Procedure

  1. Locate the armrest to the console.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1233561  Size: SH
  3. Install the armrest retaining screws (2).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the armrest retaining screws to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  5. Install the armrest filler trim to the top on the console.

  6. Object Number: 1233566  Size: SH
  7. Install the armrest filler screws (1).
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

Front Floor Console Armrest Replacement w/o DVD

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1233532  Size: SH
  1. Pull up on the rear of the console filler trim (1) in order to release the retaining tabs.

  2. Object Number: 1233544  Size: SH
  3. Remove the armrest retaining screws (1).
  4. Remove the armrest.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1233544  Size: SH
  1. Locate the armrest onto the console.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the armrest retaining screws (1)
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the armrest retaining screws to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  5. Locate the armrest filler trim onto the console with the front retaining tabs.

  6. Object Number: 1233532  Size: SH
  7. Push down on the rear of the armrest filler trim (1) in order to secure the retaining tabs.