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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 696 (INSTRUMENT PANEL, GAGES, AND CONSOLE)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTRIM PLATE REPLACEMENT - FRONT FLOOR CONSOLEREMOVAL PROCEDURE

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Removal Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Apply the park brake.
Position the transaxle selector in the low range.
Raise the front floor console armrest.
Remove the front floor console storage compartment.
Remove the mat from the storage compartment.
Open the console cup holder.

Fig 1: Removing Mat From Storage Compartment
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the console trim plate, starting at the rear and pulling up, working forward in order to release the retainers.
Remove the console trim plate from the front floor console.

Fig 2: Removing Console Trim Plate From Front Floor Console
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Disconnect the electrical connector from the driver's seat heater switch, if equipped.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Electrical Connector From Driver's Seat Heater Switch
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.