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Lexus RX Arm Rest Replacement Vinyl Ebay

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Old 06-04-14, 09:13 PM
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Default Lexus RX Arm Rest Replacement Vinyl Ebay

Bought these on ebay under $25
Remove the arm rest cap by prying out with a flat head screw driver (be careful not to crack it)
Remove 14mm bolt with 14mm extended socket
There are a couple washers in there so make sure you remember which each one goes for reinstall.

The new arm rest covers will came with labels D and P for driver and passenger

Slide the arm rest int he hole of the new covers. This can be a little painful but the vinyl actually stretches a bit.

I installed it wrong the first time. The precut hole should be on the side of that makes contact with the seat. (not the side where the plastic plug goes into.

Make sure the stitching lines up before pulling the final lip over

Cut a small X for the plastic plug placement.

Reinstall armrest using your 14mm bolt and washers.

So far the color looks like it matches. Will take some updated photos in the sun.























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Cool. To the naked eye, it does not look too different. Would like to see some daytime shots. Thanks for posting.
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Nice color match. I wish it was a bit tighter fitting though.
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Why not go for the extra wide arm rest instead ?yes they cost more but worthfit
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Another Day shot


Didn't really need a wide armrest. I have small elbows ;-)
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I see, I would still get one, it's just more comfortable on a long drive
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