Cupholder Replacement Pro

Removal Procedure

1. Insert a flat bladed tool between the cupholder and console in order to pry the cupholder assembly out.
2. Lift the cupholder assembly slightly in order to disconnect the electrical connectors.
3. Remove the cupholder from the console.
4. Remove the switches from the cupholder assembly. Refer to Switch Replacement - Hot and Cold Cupholder .
5. Remove the screws retaining the beverage-mate to the cupholder.
6. Remove the beverage-mate.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the beverage-mate to the cupholder.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the retaining screws.

Tighten
Tighten the retaining screws to 1.6 N·m (14 lb in).

3. Install the switches to the cupholder assembly. Refer to Switch Replacement - Hot and Cold Cupholder .



4. Connect the wire connectors to the switches.
5. Install the cupholder assembly to the console by pressing downwards until fully seated.

Cupholder Replacement Non-Luxury

Removal Procedure

1. Grab the middle of the cup holder firmly and pull outwards to release the clips (1).
2. Remove the cup holder from the console.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the cup holder by pushing inwards till the clips (1) click in place.
2. Ensure around the corners of the cup holder is seated properly.

Cupholder Replacement Luxury

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the upper trim bezel from the center console. Refer to Floor Console Bezel Replacement .
2. Remove the remote CD player if equipped. Refer to Remote Compact Disc Player Replacement in Entertainment.



3. Insert a flat bladed tool between the console and cupholder assembly.
4. Remove the cupholder assembly by prying the cupholder to release the clips (2).
5. Remove the wire connector for the cupholder.
6. Remove the cupholder from the console.

Installation Procedure

1. Place the cupholder assembly over the console.
2. Connect the wire connector to the cupholder assembly.
3. Push on the corners of the cupholder assembly till all the retaining clips (2) are seated.
4. Install the remote CD player if equipped. Refer to Remote Compact Disc Player Replacement in Entertainment.
5. Install the upper trim bezel. Refer to Floor Console Bezel Replacement .

Cupholder Replacement Rear

Removal Procedure

1. Lower the cupholder.
2. Insert a flat bladed tool between the cupholder hinge and the end panel.
3. Pry off the cupholder from the console.

Installation Procedure

1. Install one of the hinge in the opening in the panel.
2. Swing the cupholder assembly so that the other hinge can be installed in the other opening.
3. Inspect for correct operation.