NOTE:
Affix protective tape to the position shown in the figure.

1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver in the position indicated by the arrow in the figure and detach clips A.

2. Pull the front console box in the direction of the arrow (2) and remove it while detaching the guides B.

NOTE:
When the occur to gap between the front console box and shift panel, remove the shift panel then assemble to the front console box. after install the front console box and shift panel as single unit.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Assist Handle Removal/Installation
Front Console Removal/InstallationLow And Reverse Brake [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The low and reverse brake stops the rotation of the front internal gear and
rear planetary carrier while in 1GR and in reverse, locking them to the transaxle
case.
Construction
The low and reverse brake consist of the following parts shown in the figure.
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Front Drive Shaft
Purpose, Function
A bell joint has been adopted for the wheel-side constant velocity joint,
reducing vibration and noise.
A tripod joint have been adopted for the differential side constant velocity
joint to reduce booming noise during high-speed driving and vibration when idlin ...
Control Valve Body [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The control valve body controls the hydraulic pressure generated by the oil
pump by each solenoid valve. In addition, the oil passages which introduce hydraulic
pressure to the pistons for each clutch and brake is formed by the switching
of each built-in shift valve. ...