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Old Dec 1, 2005 | 01:57 PM
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Angry Arm rest issue

My arm rest in the center console won't stay closed and always pops up while I drive. Has anyone had this problem and can anyone suggest how I can fix this. It has become quite an annoyance and would really appreciate some input about it. Thanks.
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Old Dec 1, 2005 | 02:04 PM
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check the bolts below it i had to tighten mine up once or twice
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Old Dec 1, 2005 | 03:04 PM
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I've had to tighten mine up too. Same problem.
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Old Dec 1, 2005 | 03:10 PM
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That happens from time to time with my car too, there should be some screws if you open it up. just tighten them down and that should fix it.
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Old Dec 1, 2005 | 05:25 PM
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i have the same problem, BUT it is not those screws. i have noticed those screwes need to be tightened but the problem still continued. i figured out that the little clip that holds it down has been bent over time and no longer formed a good connection when closed. i used a heat gun, a hair dryer might work, just heat up the little clip that comes down and bend it forwad a little bit at a time. this is what fixed my problem.
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Old Dec 1, 2005 | 10:03 PM
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My clip actually cracked so I bought a new one from the dealer for about $12. It's a really easy install... only 2 screws.

Good idea about heating up the clip with a hairdryer and reshaping though.
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Old Dec 1, 2005 | 11:55 PM
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I had this problem last week. All of my screws had fallen out except one of them. Luckily the screws were underneath and I tightened it. Problem solved
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Old Dec 2, 2005 | 06:30 PM
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I used velcro on the top and bottom, that worked.
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Old Dec 2, 2005 | 10:19 PM
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the new clip sold at the dealership is different and is made to avoid this problem. it's pretty cheap and easy to install.
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