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Central Tunnel Console Disassembly Instructions

Model: Audi A6 C6, MK 3 - Years 2004-2012
Part: Center console tunnel

To disassemble the central tunnel console, gather some tools such as plastic pry tools or wire hooks. Start by removing the side panels covering the tunnel, then extract the rear air vents using the wire hooks and unscrew the armrest mounting bolt so it can be removed. Take off the cover from the bottom of the cup holder, unscrew the corresponding mounting screw, and remove the cup holder itself to continue disassembling the other screws and remove the rear portion of the tunnel. At this point, detach the cover of the gear shift lever, unscrew the mounting screws of the frame around the gear shift lever and those under the ashtray to complete the disassembly of the frame by disconnecting the connectors from the switch panel and the cigarette lighter. You can now unscrew the mounting screws of the ashtray and the switch panel on the central tunnel console, which can only be removed after taking off the chrome frame in the center (be careful with the mounting tabs). Once the switch panel is removed, disassemble the handbrake button and proceed in reverse for reassembly.

Updated on 14 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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