The following instructions explain how to remove the center console parts to replace the shifter light. It is part to the Console Removal Tutorial.

Just a quick note: the first few pictures were taken of the console not in the car.

Please read this whole page first before starting as it will cause less frustration.

These procedures were done on a 1990 Reatta, While other years may be similar, I cannot guarantee it, I cannot be reponsible for any damages that may occure during this procedure, USE AT YOUR OWN RISK

Materials Needed:

• #15 Torx screwdriver
• Socket Set(or at least a adjustable wrench)
• flat-head screwdriver, needle nose pliers(optional)
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• About 30-60 minutes of your time

Before staring this project it is recommended that you put the car in Neutral with the parking brake on and/or a wheel block, you will find out why later.

Step 1-Removal of the Glove box interior:
Using your screwdriver pry up the interior of the glove box as shown, it is held in by four clips in each corner so be careful not to break anything, its best to pry each corner up first.
Here is the what the clips look like:
After you have it removed, set aside.

Step 2-Removal of the plastic black dress cover:
Now remove the two torx screws that are located in the front of the glove box,
Now remove the ash tray insert and remove the srew on the bottom.
Close the ashtray lid and remove the back of the plastic dress cover either with your hands or the screwdriver. (this also uses those same clips).
Now the front must be lifted up, I found it easier using the screwdriver and lifting from the side
After removed, set aside.

Step 3-Removal of the silver plastic cover:
All you need to do here is remove the two front screws and lift out then set aside.

If all you require is a light bulb replacement, you can stop here if your hands are small enough. the bulb and retainer are located on the drivers side of the gear indicator, if you cannot feel it with your hands, you will see two wires, one is white one is black follow those up towards the gear indicator and then you should feel the bulb retainer, just twist and pull and it should come out,

If your hands are not small enough continue on to the full Console Removal Tutorial.

Thanks to CL_Reatta for supplying this information and photos.