How to Remove the Center Armrest of Mercedes-Benz GLC260?
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Open the center armrest, remove the cover mat, and you will see two No. 10 screws. Use a No. 10 tool to remove them. Raise the handbrake to its highest position, then use a plastic pry tool to lift the plastic cover next to the handbrake. There is a notch at the position indicated by the screwdriver. Use a plastic pry tool to remove the cigarette lighter cover by leveraging the notch as a starting point. After removing the cigarette lighter cover, you will see two No. 10 screws securing the armrest. Use a No. 10 tool to remove them.
I recently disassembled the center armrest of a Mercedes-Benz GLC260, and it's quite a meticulous job. First, you need to prepare the tools: basic items like a small screwdriver and plastic pry bars. The specific steps are: turn off the engine when starting, disconnect the negative battery terminal to prevent short circuits and avoid frying the circuitry. Then, open the armrest lid—there's a soft pad inside. Lift the pad to reveal several T15 screws hidden in the lower layer. After unscrewing all the screws, gently pry open the edge clips with a pry bar—don’t use brute force, or the plastic may crack. Next, slowly lift or push the box forward, being mindful of any USB cables connected at the back; disconnect the connectors first. The whole process takes about 10 minutes, but I recommend wearing gloves to prevent scratches. Why disassemble it? Maybe to clean accumulated dust or repair small components inside. Don’t forget to check if the clips are aligned when reassembling, or it’ll rattle endlessly. I’ve done this multiple times—with a bit of patience, even beginners can give it a try.
