there are millions of threads about exchange from cup holder to that bin.....but no pictures DURING the install....or am i wrong? i cant find em anywhere, or any pics of the center console taken apart

 

No pictures, sorry.
https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...tml#post311408

 

You don't need no stinkin' pictures...

Really, it is easy to do. I have changed over other members cup holder in hotel parking lots.

Follow the thread below, very helpful. Be sure to read at least down to post #8.

https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...e-bin-how.html


James

 

haha, oh is that so? you been hanging out in em waitin' for people to ask? I just know ill break something, so i just wanted to know what to look for

 

I changed my cupholder out a couple of weeks ago, very easy. There are pictures here on this site somewhere, I don't recall where. the only clarification I needed was on the two nuts inside of the console storage, they are under the carpet on the bottom rear, under a flap of carpet it is hard to tell from the picture. I didn't unhook any wires just rolled over the console. 20 minutes tops.

 

good to know, im just worried, i prop up the plastic that surrounds the shifter, and it doesnt really move, but i understand that i need get to two screws under there...and you are saying you open the console and somehow remove the carpet from the back of it?

 

You don't have to remove the carpet there is about a 3 inch section at the rear\bottom that is made to be pulled back just for this reason. Just pull it up\back and it will reveal two nuts that have to be removed. On a manual car pop up that plastic piece that surrounds the shifter from the rear of it and you will be able to remove the two phillips screws, don't worry you won't break it. The hardest part of the operation is removing the rubber handle cover of the parking brake. Different people use different things to help such as wd 40, soap etc. whatever works for you. Whatever you use there will be some armstronging involved as it is only held on by friction it just needs to come straight off. After that you should be able to remove the console section by just moving it around. There will still be a wire or two but don't worry about them just lay the console over on a towel, for scratch prevention being careful not to pull on the wires too much. Then take the cupholder out, it has 4 small torx screws. The bin can be slid in after you put everything back together.

 

cool, thanks guys, got it done today. i found it weird to see two euros stashed under the console, dated 2003. thanks karmann employee.

 

I've been going through all the cup holder / storage bin threads (there sure are a bunch of them!) Ive also been looking for one of the storage bins, part number 1BQ12XDVAA... If anyone has found one recently, please let me know where you got it...

 

Here are the pictures I took when I replaced my cupholder.

 

Thanks Larry for the great pictures. I'm not only planning on replacing the cupholder in my 2005, but also running an aux cable from my Kenwood radio into the center storage bin. I'll post some pictures if I successfully complete the task. Thanks again, sincerely

Jerry

 

Did you guys use the OEM one from chrysler or did anyone happen to use the cheaper one from a dodge neon or other of that nature?

 

Factory rebate? ........

A cheaper bin that fits is from Saturn and the hole for the cup holder has to be made bigger by 1/8" to 1/4" or so. Squirrel Crusher did this first,thank him.
Here is the link to the Saturn part.
http://www.gmpartsshop.com/?i=2&mode...imagecallout=5

 

Ahhh, thats the one, thanks!

Any pictures of the final install on this Saturn one?

 

Thats the one.. when I posted that link could have sworn you could go to a purchase window.. but it's not listed now.. try this one..

1998 SATURN SC SERIES Parts - GM Parts Center - Call (800) 313-7380 for New Genuine Parts for Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Geo, GMC, Hummer, Oldsmobile, Pontiac

Could have sworn it was a 10 dollar date too.. now it's $15 to get in the game..

 

I just clicked the link and it looks like it is the "storage tray 1997-99 diagram item #5? It says that the part is discontinued on the first page but still lets me add it to the cart? Do you happen to have an installed picture?

 

I actually just tracked down the part and link.. the original "founder" got his from a salvage yard and I don't think he actually posted pics..

https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...bin-how-2.html

I noticed you've already been here though.. it's all I've seen of his install..

 

You know looking back at it now.. I wonder if you couldn't just "undercut" the main body at the front to fit it right in without console modifications There's enough meat in the console you shouldn't have a gap of any sort..

 

I just ordered one. $20 after shipping and handling. I'll post some pics of what I can figure out.

 

Jerry, I am glad that they helped you out, As you probably know already there is a wealth of info here and we are glad to share it to others. Good Luck with your Crossfire. Larry