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Old 02-18-20, 05:30 PM
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Question Center Console Removal

Hi,
I spilled coffee on my 2002 LS430 and it is beginning to smell with a dark spot. Since the car is already 18 years, I am planning to remove the interior carpet for deep cleaning. I have removed all the seats and other connector cables. I am currently stuck with the center console/arm rest. I have pulled the inside console lining and removed the two # 14 screws but the center console/arm rest is still very tight. I also removed the rear passenger aicon vents.
I did a search on this forum on center console removal but got 0 hits. Appreciate some advice and instructions.
Thanks.

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Old 02-19-20, 06:52 AM
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I think you need to remove the armrest and console liner first, and then remove the 4 screws shown in the service manual.
This thread may help as has pics.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls-...lid-fix-7.html
Old 02-19-20, 08:09 AM
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You should not have to remove the console, just pull the carpet down from under the console.
Old 02-19-20, 08:33 AM
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Here are some sketches from the repair manual...




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Old 02-19-20, 07:22 PM
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Awesome! Thank you very much...
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@rkw77080 - Thanks a lot for those pictures! very helpfull !
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