How do I remove the trim below the steering wheel?

[pjayuk]

Hi guys

I want to install the bracket for a small VHF radio on the trim panel that is below the steering wheel. The radio will sit nicely under here just beside the diagnostic port. I want to drop the panel so I can install the bracket using small bolts but I cant see a way to get it off. I have tried pulling it but I am a bit concerned about breaking something I am sure there is a "proper" method to remove this panel could anyone help me please with some advice on how to do it?

 

[Billwill]

I know on my 2002 CRD Sport, Euro spec, I just pull sharply on the panel or gently pry it off with a screwdriver:shrug:

 

[BjBnet]

pull harder, it'll pop off at the top, it's hinged on the bottom...on my 04 anyway

 

[JeepINgeek]

thats a door not trim.. and youve gota give it one heck of a good yank.

 

[JeepINgeek]

put the steering wheel all the way up.. then reach in at the top .

the door swings down.

 

[pjayuk]

Yep did it!

Pulled like mad I was pretty sure it was gonna break but pop it came right out!

Thanks but now I am looking at it I am worried that the radio might sit a little too low and be dangerous in an accident.....

Still I'll give it a try!

 

[LibertyFever]

Yep did it!

Pulled like mad I was pretty sure it was gonna break but pop it came right out!

Thanks but now I am looking at it I am worried that the radio might sit a little too low and be dangerous in an accident.....

Still I'll give it a try!

Yeah I suppose you wouldn't want a VHF radio implanted in your...y'know what.

I have a electronic trailer brake controller mounted down there just to the right of the steering wheel attached to the drop down cover that you've been tugging at.