A3/S3/RS3 8Y Installation Fullcarbon Center Console
Full Carbon Center Console
Follow these steps in order — every frame is fully test-assembled before shipping, so fitment issues almost always trace back to skipped steps rather than the part itself.
The center console has a cutout at the top. Insert a trim lever tool there and pull the frame upward and out.
Disconnect the three connectors on the back, then remove the frame.
Remove the four Torx screws as marked on the underside.
Separate the top and bottom halves
Start at the bottom and work upward. Once the lower and middle clips are released, pull the bottom section slightly toward the underside of the frame to separate the two halves.
Pull the back panel off by lifting upward, then transfer the buttons and gear selector to the new carbon piece.
Refit the back panel — around the media button area the parts need to be wiggled slightly past each other. Once the back panel is nearly flush with the front, fit the front section under the clips first. Don't force it; the halves should slide together fairly easily. Lifting the rear section slightly while sliding helps.
Clip in the lower section last — position the clips until you feel resistance, then help them slide over the lower half with your fingers. Pressing the carbon front down slightly with your thumbs helps the frame seat fully. Reinstall the Torx screws and mount the assembled piece.