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Tools Required

J 45999 Cup/Coin Holder Removal Tool

Removal Procedure

If replacing a functional cupholder, perform the following:


    Object Number: 1235797  Size: SH
  1. Push on the cupholder to open.
  2. Remove the cupholder faceplate.
  3. Notice: Use only J-45999 when removing the cupholder or the coinholder. Using any other tool will result in damage to the right knee bolster trim.


    Object Number: 1234729  Size: SH
  4. Insert both tools J 45999 until the scribe lines are no longer visible.

  5. Object Number: 1235799  Size: SH
  6. Insert one of the tools J 45999 in the top opening with the handle pointing up between the cupholder and the instrument panel (I/P) trim to release the upper plastic retaining tabs.
  7. Insert the other tool J 45999 in the bottom opening with the handle pointing down between the cupholder and the I/P to release the lower plastic retaining tabs.

  8. Object Number: 1235802  Size: SH
  9. With both tools J 45999 still in place, pull the cupholder to remove from the I/P trim.

Object Number: 1234724  Size: SH

If replacing a non-functioning cupholder, perform the following:


    Object Number: 1234713  Size: SH
  1. Using a flat-bladed plastic tool, remove the coin holder faceplate.

  2. Object Number: 1234729  Size: SH
  3. Insert both tools J 45999 until the scribe lines are no longer visible.

  4. Object Number: 1235799  Size: SH
  5. Insert one of the tools J 45999 in the top opening with the handle pointing up between the cupholder and the instrument panel (I/P) trim to release the upper plastic retaining tabs.
  6. Insert the other tool J 45999 in the bottom opening with the handle pointing down between the cupholder and the I/P trim to release the lower plastic retaining tabs.

  7. Object Number: 1235801  Size: SH
  8. Using a flat-bladed plastic tool, remove the cupholder from the I/P trim.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1235802  Size: SH
  1. Align the cupholder to the I/P trim plastic retaining tabs.
  2. Insert the cupholder into the I/P trim ensuring that the retaining tabs hold the cupholder in place.

  3. Object Number: 1235797  Size: SH
  4. Install the cupholder faceplate.