OEM 2004 Chevrolet Corvette Center Console

2004 Chevrolet Corvette Center Console Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the Center Console on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette?

  A: To replace the console, take off the folding top stowage compartment lid extension panel (convertible) and open the console door. Pull up the rear of the electronic traction control, ride control switch to release the retaining clips; If not released properly, get into the recess at the back of the switch with the end of a screwdriver and apply a gentle pull upward. Pull off the electrical connector and the LED connector from the wiring harness connector and now remove the switch. With a small flat-bladed screwdriver, remove the console retaining nut covers, the nuts retaining front and rear of the console and the IP accessory trim plate. Lift the rear of the console slightly and pull it rearward to separate the front from under the IP accessory trim plate, and disconnect the electrical connector for the electrical accessory plug as well as unscrew the console electrical accessory plug retainer from the plug housing attached to the console. The electrical accessory plug housing must be removed and the electrical connector removed from the fuel door release, rear lift window release (export) switch then the switch is removed by turning the console over and using small flat bladed screwdriver to release the switch tabs. To install the new console first install the fuel door release, rear lift window release (export) switch to console by aligning and securing, then connection of the electrical connector at the switch. Install the elect. accessory plug housing, with the cover plug in place and screw elect. accessory plug retainer to hrsg until firm. Connect the electrical connector to the electrical accessory plug in such a way that the front of the console must be fixed under the rear of the IP accessory trim plate; then, fixing the front of the console under the trim plate, loosely fit console retaining nuts. Mount the console closest to optimum appearance with the IP accessory trim plate and the floor extension carpet, giving the retaining nuts a tight 10 N.m (89 lb in). Connect the electrical connector to electronic traction control, ride control switch and the LED connector to the wiring harness connector . Insert the electronic traction control, ride control switch front retaining tab under the edge of the IP accessory trim plate, lower rear of switch to position while exerting force to ensure retention clips. Finally, close the console door and replace the folding top stowage compartment lid extension panel (convertible).