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/InstallationLift Motor Inspection
WARNING:
Handling a side air bag improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the
air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings/cautions
in the Workshop Manual before handling the front seat (side air bag integrated)..
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable ...
Passenger Sensing System [Two Step Deployment Control System]
Purpose
The passenger sensing system detects whether or not there is an occupant
on the passenger seat to control the operation (deployment) of the passenger-side
air bag system corresponding to the detected condition.
Function
Measures the total seated weight on the passen ...
Differential Oil Temperature Sensor
Purpose, Function
The differential oil temperature sensor detects the rear differential oil
temperature based on the resistance of the thermistor, and inputs it to the
AWD CM.
Construction
The differential oil temperature sensor is installed in the rear differential
carr ...