I convinced myself the cup holders were too small and therefore I decided I needed to 3D print new larger cup holders to replace the factory supplied ones. The trims for the gear sticks, info center and cup holders are all separate, but they are not the same size and they are not quite square, so I decided to make a model for all three pieces so they would look coordinated and to get the spacing between them right, starting with the gear and info center trims as they are easier. I got these first two pieces done, and then decided the cup holders are big enough after all. However, since I do not like the original shinny trim for the info center, I ended up only installing this piece. I used black ASA filament and my heat bed added a nice texture, similar to the texture on the dash area. Below is a step by step guide to do this yourself if you wish. Just send me a direct message and I will share the STL file so you can print it yourself.
Step 1 - Remove 8 screws in locations shown by red circles with suitable hex key. No need to remove the cup holder screws.
Step 2 - Slide trim removal trim on left bottom side, there is nothing holding the trim at this corner.
Step 3 - Slide trim removal tool to the bottom center and then towards the middle center to pop out of retaining clips.
Step 4 - Reverse side showing where the retaining clips are.
Step 5 - The info center trim can then be lifted out, there are no retaining clips, but there are little locking grooves. Lift from the edge away for you.
And he final result.
Notes. I printed in ASA plastic as It's because this material is more resistant to UV, high temperatures and moisture than PLA. And I finally found cups that fit the factory supplied cup holders.
Step 1 - Remove 8 screws in locations shown by red circles with suitable hex key. No need to remove the cup holder screws.
Step 2 - Slide trim removal trim on left bottom side, there is nothing holding the trim at this corner.
Step 3 - Slide trim removal tool to the bottom center and then towards the middle center to pop out of retaining clips.
Step 4 - Reverse side showing where the retaining clips are.
Step 5 - The info center trim can then be lifted out, there are no retaining clips, but there are little locking grooves. Lift from the edge away for you.
And he final result.
Notes. I printed in ASA plastic as It's because this material is more resistant to UV, high temperatures and moisture than PLA. And I finally found cups that fit the factory supplied cup holders.
