I replaced a shift housing bulb recently and removed the wood console for easier access. After reassembly, I decided that it may be possible to do the job without removing the console. Perhaps one of the pros can comment.

To remove the console you must first remove the radio, the climate control unit, and the plastic surrounding the shift housing. Ten you remove the liner to the little storage compartment that is located below the radio. The key to this is to pop the sides loose and fold them inward before you pull it out. With the liner removed, the two screws which secure the wood console are exposed. Remove them and lift the rear of the console up and then slide the front down and withdraw.