center console removal?????
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center console removal?????
I am trying to remove the center console in my 1996 explorer limited 4x4 4.0 liter v-6 . Is there some type of trick or hidden fasteners? I am trying to replace the heater core and any pointers would be helpful. Thanks
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Here are the text steps from the factory service manual for the "high series console" which I assume your Limited has. If you want the full manual section, send me a Private Message with the request, vehicle specifics, and an e-mail address for you that can accept PDF attachments.
-Rod
- Using hand pressure, free four (4) snapping clips attaching console finish panel (04567) assembly (message center will be removed with finish panel).
- Disconnect four (4) electrical connectors to message center.
- Remove console panel control finish panel by releasing six (6) snapping clips.
- Disconnect electrical connector (light bulb with blue filter) for console ashtray.
- Remove screw in main wire connector to disconnect, then pull connectors apart (screw is located in the instrument panel side of connector).
- Remove two (2) screws attaching console to instrument panel.
- Remove two (2) screws attaching console to floor pan.
- Slide console rearward to release rear bracket (front console bracket is money clip shaped and will release as console is slid rearward.
- Lift console from vehicle.
-Rod
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Thanks for the reply Rod, my console has the CD changer inside the armrest. I have removed the CD changer and plastic box that it was mounted in as well as the rear heater controls and every bolt and screw I could find and now I am thinking I am just not forcing it hard enough. 
I will send PM for reading material, Thanks
I will send PM for reading material, Thanks
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