Hi,
I spilled coffee on my 2002 LS430 and it is beginning to smell with a dark spot. Since the car is already 18 years, I am planning to remove the interior carpet for deep cleaning. I have removed all the seats and other connector cables. I am currently stuck with the center console/arm rest. I have pulled the inside console lining and removed the two # 14 screws but the center console/arm rest is still very tight. I also removed the rear passenger aicon vents.
I did a search on this forum on center console removal but got 0 hits. Appreciate some advice and instructions.
Thanks.

 

I think you need to remove the armrest and console liner first, and then remove the 4 screws shown in the service manual.
This thread may help as has pics.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls-...lid-fix-7.html

 

You should not have to remove the console, just pull the carpet down from under the console.

 

Here are some sketches from the repair manual...

 

Awesome! Thank you very much...

 

@rkw77080 - Thanks a lot for those pictures! very helpfull !