Console Removal/Installation

2008 Mazda CX-7 Touring, 2.3 3, AWDSECTION Console Removal/Installation
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the console panel. (See CONSOLE PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONΒ .)
  3. Pull the panel upward and detach clips A, B and tabs C.
  4. Disconnect the accessory socket connector.
  5. Disconnect the seat warmer switch connectors, (vehicles with seat warmer system)
  6. Remove the panel.
    Fig 1: Identifying Cup Holder And Panel
    G04861242Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the covers.
  8. Remove the fasteners and screws.
  9. Remove the pins A.
  10. Remove the console.
  11. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    Fig 2: Identifying Cover And Pins Screw
    G04861243Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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