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Do I have to remove the center console to replace the e brake switch?

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YOUR RESEARCHDo I have to remove the center console to replace the e brake switch?

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Use since it is only $7

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I got the part from the dealer and I'm not sure why an OEM part wouldn't be used since it is only $7
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Do I have to remove the center console to replace the e brake switch?

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Maybe better idea to use OEM switch.
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Maybe better idea to use OEM switch.
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Maybe better idea to use OEM switch.
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Do I have to remove the center console to replace the e brake switch?

Use since it is only $7

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I got the part from the dealer and I'm not sure why an OEM part wouldn't be used since it is only $7
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Top will not go down...was working fine. Noticed with the e brake on the dash does not indicate it is up. After a bit of reading seems this is common. Curious if I really have to remove the console to do this job. That seems like a serious amount of work to replace this tiny part.

POST 2 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

After a bit continued searching the answer is yes. Yes I do. Job done and getting the console out was not as difficult as it looked like. E brake switch replaced and a how to coming soon...

POST 3Original post

Good job! Looking forward to your right-up of the DIY. As a fellow Cab owner I figure it's just a matter of time before that will be on my list.

POST 4Original post

Replaced mine on the Boxster with a cheap eBay switch and it only lasted 6 months. Maybe better idea to use OEM switch. Dan

POST 5Original post

+1 on OEM electricals...

POST 6Original post

Yes the console needs to be removed. I bought the switch from Sunset. The older switches(EBay) have a different part number. Careful ! Great opportunity to upgrade your worn shifter

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Thank you sir. Here is the link to a How to Video I just uploaded. Hope it helps! I got the part from the dealer and I'm not sure why an OEM part wouldn't be used since it is only $7 You Tube

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