[s-cars] s-cars] E-brake console removal (help)

[Wayne Dohnal]

I replaced my rear center console a few months ago, so the memory is a
little fuzzy.  The diff lock panel pries out pretty easily.  The plastic end
of the e-brake lever needs to come off.  There's a little plastic latch on
the underside you have to fiddle with to release it.  I don't remember if
there are any screws under the shift boot, but you can lift that off and
look.  I also took the rear air vent out, not sure if it's necessary, but I
suspect it is.  When taking it out, don't overlook the 'secret screw'
accessed after the cell phone speaker is removed.  Then there are the 2
screws under the plastic panel where the rear seat heater switches are.
Good luck with it!  It's not really as hard as I'm making it sound.

Wayne Dohnal
1994 S4


Hello,

I need to replace the switch for the e-brake warning light which is in the =
console behind the e-brake.  I have a new switch from the dealer, but I nee=
d to remove the console that begins just behind the shift boot and extends =
back to to the rear AC vents.  Has anyone done this?

I have removed the two screws on either side of the back end of the console=
, and the one under that little plastic panel just below the e-brake handle=
, yet it still feels secure and not sure what else I need to do to get it o=
ut, or at least up enough so I can replace this switch.  Does the e-brake h=
andle have to come off?  What about the diff-lock switch?  How do I get the=
 diff lock switch panel out?  Just pry at it enough (gently of course), or =
is there some secret?

Any help or advice appreciated.

Please publish any tips to the entire list.

Thanks,
Dan
'94 S4 (Black/ecru)...  with brake warning light on
'95 S6 Avant (Europa blue/ecru)
Seattle, WA