2007 Wrangler JK Factory Service Manual 23 - BODY

CONSOLE - CENTER

REMOVAL




1. On 4x4 vehicles grasp the transfer case shifter knob and pull straight up and remove the knob.



2. On manual transmission vehicles, using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent, separate the shifter boot (2) from the console bezel (1).



3. Remove the bolt (3) and remove the manual transmission shifter (2) from the shifter shaft (1).



4. Remove the cup holder or ash receiver (1), if equipped.
5. Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent, remove the console bezel (2).



6. Disconnect the electrical connector (1).





7. Remove the four console screws (1).
8. Lift the console (4) up off the clip retainers (3) and remove.

INSTALLATION






1. Position the console (4) over the shifters and brake levers and seat the clips (3) fully.
2. Install the four screws (1).



3. Connect the electrical connector (1).



4. Position the bezel (2) over the shifters and brake lever and seat the clips fully.
5. Install the cup holder and ash receiver (1), if equipped.



6. If equipped, position the transfer case shifter knob onto the shift shaft and seat fully.



7. If equipped, position the manual transmission shifter handle (2) onto the shift shaft (1) and install the bolt (3).
8. Tighten the bolt (3) to 33 N·m (24.5 ft. lbs.)



9. Seat the shifter boot (2) onto the console bezel (1) and seat fully.