Console Armrest Removal/ Installation

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Console Armrest Removal/ Installation
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NOTE: Take care not to scratch the console and armrest.
  1. Remove the console rear trim (see step 6 in CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  ).
  2. Remove the screws (A), then remove the rear hinge cover (B). Remove the hinge mounting screws (C).
    Fig 1: Removing Rear Hinge Cover
    G03641647Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Open the armrest (A) and remove the hinge mounting screws, then remove the armrest.
    Fig 2: Opening And Removing Armrest
    G03641648Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Install the armrest in the reverse order of removal.
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