GMC Repair: center console, shift lever knob, rearward position


Question
QUESTION: I am trying to get under the center console cover, b/c i dropped something i need in the little hole in the cup holder of my pontiac grand am.
How do i get that cover off to get under it.  I've been prying and prying but cant get it lose is there a certain way

ANSWER: its actually bolted in place what year is the vehicle i might be able to get you more detailed instructions

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QUESTION: It is a 2004 grand am GT Ram
thank you

Answer
GMC Repair: center console, shift lever knob, rearward position
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Front Floor Console Replacement (Pontiac)
Removal Procedure
•Position the front seat to the most rearward position.
•Remove the shift lever knob retainer and remove the shift knob.
•Remove the front floor console trim plate. Refer to Front Floor Console Trim Plate Replacement .
•Remove the instrument panel (I/P) accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .




•Lift up the front floor console armrest and remove the rubber mat from the storage compartment.
•Remove the rear bolts from the console storage compartment.
•Remove the center bolts from the sides of the console.
•Remove the front screw covers at the front of the console, using a small flat-bladed tool at the front edge.
•Remove the front screws from the console.
•Remove the front nuts from the console bracket.
•Remove the front floor console, pulling up and rearward, guiding the boot over the park brake lever.