99 s70 automatic center console removal?

t5ftw · Post by **t5ftw** » 29 May 2011, 03:21

I unscrewed the two bolts under the cover at the bottom of tray. Then, I slid the parking brake cover out to the driver side, but I could not completely take it out because of the boot.
I also see two white connectors under parking brake cover. I disconnected the smaller one, but I can't find a way to do the larger connector. Any tip please?

Post by **jimmy57** » 29 May 2011, 08:33

Two screws at front under that tray and two under armrest storage under the cover in front bottom of that storage compartment.
There is a "button" on the side if those connectors that is depressed to allow the two parts to be separated.
If you spray some armor-all or silicone spray at the point where boot meets the park brake handle it should slide off end of handle.

t5ftw · Post by **t5ftw** » 29 May 2011, 10:51

Thanks a lot. I will try that out. I am trying to dismantling the dash to fix noisy squeak. So far I removed the top cover. This is fourth attempt and always stuck at the same point. Every time I try I broke something. Hopefully, later process is easier.

luckykolo · Post by **luckykolo** » 26 Jan 2021, 21:20

Here is some cool video of center console removal by Robert:

Just in case my experience with S70 98 base would be helpful for anyone: I actually did not have to remove the torx screws at the front of the console at 2:43 minute. You can remove the coin holder so you get a better grip. No need to disconnect seat warmer plugs. The only plugs which need to be unplugged are at the center of the console (one of them is for OBD2). Just lift it slightly at the back of the console and pull back to clear the front latch. Adjust the gear shifter and brake to make some space. I am guessing that Volvo had few variations of that console...