Removing The Console - '95-'99 Pontiac Sunfire

Skill Level Step-By-Step Instructions
Easy
  1. Remove all clutter from console.
  2. Open the console storage area, and notice how it's actually a separate "bin".  You have to remove this moulded bin before you can get at the screws.  If you grab the edge on one side, and pull it toward the centre and pull up, it should come out (its held in by small tabs moulded into the plastic).
  3. Remove the (2) 10mm bolts located in the bottom.
  4. Lift area around shifter.  Simply pull up on the trim, it just pops out with a bit of upward force (its held in with metal tabs, so try to avoid losing them!).
  5. Beside shifter, remove 3rd 10mm bolt.
  6. The 4th bolt is hidden under the moulded rubber cupholder piece.  Simply pry this rubber piece out to expose the 4th 10mm bolt.
  7. To completely remove the console, it is necessary to remove the shift knob.  Instructions will vary with shift knobs, but stock 5 speed and automatic transmission knobs have a "C" clip in front that is easily pried out with a flat screwdriver.
  8. Console should lift off easily, with a little work to clear the dash.
  9. Install in reverse order, being careful to fully tighten shift knob, or replace clip in stock shift knob.  Remember to replace the rubber cupholder piece as well.
Tools Required
  • 10mm Socket
  • Slot Screwdriver
Credit
  • Scott Heflin
  • Ryan Currie

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