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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Console Compartment Divider
    GM1846599Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the console compartment divider.
    2. Fig 2: Ash Receptacle
    GM1846598Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the ash receptacle to the console compartment.
    3. Fig 3: Floor Console Cigar Lighter
    GM1846597Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the floor console cigar lighter and retainer. Refer to Cigar Lighter Receptacle or 12-Volt Accessory Power Receptacle Replacement .
    4. Fig 4: Console Compartment Door Guide Pins
    GM1846595Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the console compartment door.
    1. Spread the compartment door guides (1,2).
    2. Insert the compartment door rear guide pins (3,4) into the compartment door rear guide (2).
    3. Insert the compartment door front guide pins (5,6) into the compartment door front guide (1).
  5. Apply a small amount of Lubriplate Lubricant GM P/N 1050109 or in Canada P/N 5264008 to the door guides (1,2) and the hinge pins (4-6).
    6. Fig 5: Door Dampeners
    GM1846591Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the door dampeners (1,2).
    7. Fig 6: Console Compartment Door Spring
    GM1846587Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the console compartment door spring (1).
  8. Ensure the door opens and closes properly without binding.
    9. Fig 7: Upper Trim Plate Screw Location
    GM1846583Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Install the same number of shims/washers in the locations noted in the removal procedure.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  9. Install the screws (1-6) securing the console compartment to the console upper trim plate.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

  10. Ensure the console compartment and door assembly is flush with the console trim plate.
  11. Install the console upper trim plate. Refer to Console Trim Plate Replacement .
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