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05-15-2020, 09:41 PM | #1 |
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How to remove push button console panel?
I want to swap push button with STI one, but have absolutely no luck with removal of that stupid console trim with pocket. Subaru manual is a joke and there is no real helpful info on Youtube or here. Folks just say, push and pull...First of all there is absolutely no room to put your hand or finger behind trim from under knee support panel and without push pulling trim from the front is like trying to grab an eel. USB hub doesn't eant to come out either.. There is no grip whatsoever. How did you guys do it? Where exactly do you push or else? I am desperate. Help please with more details.
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I mean, they aren't wrong. The pieces do just pop out. They are well secured though. I can say that having a set of plastic interior removal tools is immensely helpful. If you're trying to do it with just your hands I can see why you might be struggling.
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Use the cubby insert as placement for your fingers (against sidewalls), and thumbs go along the edge or bottom part of the trim. Then pull, some force is required, nothing should break. I think ft86speedfactory has a video if my description doesn't help.
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05-16-2020, 07:33 AM | #4 |
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Do you mean any random plastic removal tool set or specific shape is important? I tried to pry with very small flat screwdriver and upper corner above start button popped out, but no more. The rest is stubborn and no room to squeeze in anything thicker than paper thin knife.
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https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82850
Just keep working at it, it is very difficult sometimes. And yes, removal tool sets have various shapes and sizes that you can try based on where you need to use it. I would avoid using a screwdriver of any kind as you will likely mess up either the piece you are prying out, or the piece you are prying against. There is also a DIY that explains how you can try going around the back: https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=43765 |
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Reach behind the USB port and push on the back of it. It should feel like a large Lego block. It snaps in, so just push on the block hard enough. Once it is unclipped, pull it out more to expose the wire and unclip it from the harness. Stick your finger in the usb slot, so you can grip the tray. Pull on that, and it should also pop loose. You could removed the driver's panel, so your fingers can assist on the other side, but this is not necessary. Unclip the Start button.
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1. As seen from picture, i first pryed left upper corner with small very flat screwdriver. That corner was more loose than the rest of panel so it was an easy start. 2. Then I used 8 inch pry bar to push USB port switch out. I made sure to place it on 1/3 of open back body of USB switch (not connector, which takes another 2/3) while using flashlight. That way you won't brake connector or anything else. It required substantial amount of strength to be applied and I almost thought I will brake it. But it suddenly moved forward a little and then I pushed it out with finger and unplugged connector. I tucked connector inside to leave opening for finger. After several unsuccessful tries with bare hands I used microfiber towel and wrapped my left fist and slightly pushed the remainder it into USB hole. I guess using fluffy gloves would work too. Point is you need a good grip as well as protection from panel plastic cutting into your left hand finger in USB hole. So I grabbed with my right hand finger upper panel part from inside of USB hole and while pulling middle compartment with left hand at the same time, I managed to pop out right side of panel. Yes, significant amount of force needed here. 3. Middle upper clip is very sturdy and stubborn and would not move even with force applied from inside of USB hole and middle compartment. So I used small metal soldering hook, which looks like pry bar. I managed to pry middle clip and then easily removed panel from bottom clips by just pulling it while holding middle compartment and USB hole with microfiber wrapped fingers. Plastic trim removal tool set would be handy here though, as I did scratch trim a little, though not a big deal (see second photo). NOTE: I applied masking tape onto middle console right next to the button panel. Without it I would have easily scratched the surface of console while pulling it out. Now waiting for the button to arrive on Monday. Will post pictures once all is done. Thanks guys again for help and encouragement! |
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i've done it about 5-6 times, just with my hands...
that whole part is made out of an almost rubbery plastic. polypropylene. yank, crank, and twist it. it will give, and it won't break. i usually pull on the start button tit while putting my hand in the cubby and twisting up/down until the top or bottom pops. after one side pops the other side isn't far behind.
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Any damage to my trim would irritate me enough that I would be selling the car... or getting damaged part replaced... Can not live with a chipped, clipped, twisted or deformed part...
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Everyone has to start somewhere. Trading a 30 dollar used part for experience seems good enough. Now he'll know not to use knives on plastic trim
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I am actually going to buy new panel from my local Subaru dealer. Just $4.70.. Almost for free..
https://parts.raffertysubaru.com/p/S...2126CA040.html |
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