C-5-Center Console Problem
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LA Heat
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C-5-Center Console Problem
Just bought a '04- C-5 (Z06) and noticed that the center console (storage area) will not rise all the way up (even w/ the emergency brake off or down). It only goes up a few inches. I am afraid to "force" it up all the way. Surely this was not designed this way or was it????
Whats up w/ this? Is it common or is it a defect that can be corrected? It is certainly a pain!
Any comments or suggestions?
Whats up w/ this? Is it common or is it a defect that can be corrected? It is certainly a pain!
Any comments or suggestions?
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Originally Posted by LAHeat
Just bought a '04- C-5 (Z06) and noticed that the center console (storage area) will not rise all the way up (even w/ the emergency brake off or down). It only goes up a few inches. I am afraid to "force" it up all the way. Surely this was not designed this way or was it????
Whats up w/ this? Is it common or is it a defect that can be corrected? It is certainly a pain!
Any comments or suggestions?
Whats up w/ this? Is it common or is it a defect that can be corrected? It is certainly a pain!
Any comments or suggestions?
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It's a double knuckle hinge. It's so it clears the e brake handle when it's up. Pull it towards you as you lift.
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Originally Posted by madeouttaglass
It's a double knuckle hinge. It's so it clears the e brake handle when it's up. Pull it towards you as you lift.
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C-5 Console Problem
Good morning to all from suburban Chicago. A beautiful day here as was yesterday and the top will be off for Sunday cruising. This console problem is easy to fix. As someone stated, there is a double hinge on this thing and mine was tough to open as well. Just lubricate the hinge with WD-40 or some other lubricant and you will be able to lift it with one finger. The difference will amaze you. Try it. Enjoy the rest of the weekend.
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Originally Posted by RJS91RGTP
Good morning to all from suburban Chicago. A beautiful day here as was yesterday and the top will be off for Sunday cruising. This console problem is easy to fix. As someone stated, there is a double hinge on this thing and mine was tough to open as well. Just lubricate the hinge with WD-40 or some other lubricant and you will be able to lift it with one finger. The difference will amaze you. Try it. Enjoy the rest of the weekend.
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I know the problem. True, it's a double link hinge, but knowing that won't solve the problem. One drop of light oil on the hinge points will make a world of difference. Seems too simple, but it took another forum member to spell it out for me. Try it.
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C-5 Console Problem
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Originally Posted by lukeee
I know the problem. True, it's a double link hinge, but knowing that won't solve the problem. One drop of light oil on the hinge points will make a world of difference. Seems too simple, but it took another forum member to spell it out for me. Try it.
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...this should be included on a sheet of all the things a newbie C5 owner needs to know now...
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This is sooooo cool. All this time, I thought the cover only opened up partially. I'm going to go oil mine tomorrow!
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Originally Posted by madeouttaglass
It's a double knuckle hinge. It's so it clears the e brake handle when it's up. Pull it towards you as you lift.
That's the way.
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You do have to pull up with some force to get it past the first opening position. It should go up to a 90 degree position compared to the rest of the console.