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How do I remove the sliding tray in the center console? 2022 hybrid

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I picked up my new 2022 hybrid yesterday and love it... except for the console storage. HATE that part.

Is there anything that will turn that gaping hole under the armrest/cover into some kind of actually useable space? Is there some kind of 4 walled insert that can go in there maybe?

Open to any suggestions!

thanks!

EDIT to add: I bought some stuff to help me organize it in a way that better suits my needs, but I need to take the sliding trays out completely. I can slide them back and flip them up, but I can't figure out how to take them OUT. If anyone knows how, I'd appreciate the help!
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This is the 2022. It's different than what people posted above. There are two trays. My hybrid touring is just like this.

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This is the 2022. It's different than what people posted above. There are two trays. My hybrid touring is just like this.

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That's exactly like my 2021.
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This is the 2022. It's different than what people posted above. There are two trays. My hybrid touring is just like this.

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My 2020 is the same.
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That's exactly like my 2021.
I had a 2019 previous to this and it looked like the other one someone posted above. Maybe it was changed in 2020 going forward then.
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Sounds like the antennas are not permanently installed then? At some point I want to put a 2m/440 amateur radio down there. There are several mobile rigs, like the BTech 25x2, that will fit nicely in that space. I'm curious to see how people have routed the cabling and mounted the antenna. I've searched for examples of installations in the CR-V, but there don't seem to be many for Gen5s.
Yup, the antennas are portable, only for stationary use.
Be careful of heat buildup, there is no ventilation in there. I unplug it or take the unit out of the car if it's going to sit in hot weather.
A radio would probably create even more heat.
I have a new rig on the way to me, but somehow I don't think a KWM-2A is going to fit in the console. :)
73s.
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Yup, the antennas are portable, only for stationary use.
Be careful of heat buildup, there is no ventilation in there. I unplug it or take the unit out of the car if it's going to sit in hot weather.
A radio would probably create even more heat.
I have a new rig on the way to me, but somehow I don't think a KWM-2A is going to fit in the console. :)
73s.
Why don't you guys move the electronics discussion into its own thread?

This is the 2022. It's different than what people posted above. There are two trays. My hybrid touring is just like this.

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Yes. that's the same as the one I posted, with the armrest open.

I need to figure out a better way to use that space under the armrest... even if it means mounting some kind of box in that space, leaving enough room for the front tray to still slide back.
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Why don't you guys move the electronics discussion into its own thread?
Thought about it, but it is relevant to the use of the console space.
Power and heat issues will be relevant to many possible uses.
BTW - Welcome to the forum.
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Thought about it, but it is relevant to the use of the console space.
Power and heat issues will be relevant to many possible uses.
BTW - Welcome to the forum.
my question is about the organization of the space. not about how a hotspot will work from within... not related at all.
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Why don't you guys move the electronics discussion into its own thread?
Registered 15 hours ago and already bossing us around 😜

You're fitting in just fine. Welcome.
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Registered 15 hours ago and already bossing us around 😜

You're fitting in just fine. Welcome.
Take no [Edited Out] and there will be no need to take prisoners ;)
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my question is about the organization of the space. not about how a hotspot will work from within... not related at all.
So what is it you want to utilize the space for? For example, it’s already perfect storage for a sawed off shotgun or two kilos of coke, do you have something else in mind?
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I keep my Albino Ball Python in there. She is very comfortable there. Just need to feed some mice in-between, which I keep in the dash.
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So what is it you want to utilize the space for? For example, it’s already perfect storage for a sawed off shotgun or two kilos of coke, do you have something else in mind?
Haha! My shotgun isn't sawed off. so it won't fit. ;) and I keep my kilos in the door panels, thankyouverymuch.

Honestly...there's nowhere for small things in this car... the mail key, a few pens, some bandaids, chapstick, hair ties, a tampon or two and that kind of stuff. My kids may be teens, but I'm still their mom! :D I need to be prepared with these things when the zombie apocalypse hits!
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Haha! My shotgun isn't sawed off. so it won't fit. ;) and I keep my kilos in the door panels, thankyouverymuch.

Honestly...there's nowhere for small things in this car... the mail key, a few pens, some bandaids, chapstick, hair ties, a tampon or two and that kind of stuff. My kids may be teens, but I'm still their mom! :D I need to be prepared with these things when the zombie apocalypse hits!
Just put it all in a giant purse. And then put that giant purse inside the armrest console.
Take no [Edited Out] and there will be no need to take prisoners ;)
I dont take any prisoners either - watch your mouth please. Swearing of any kind in ANY context not permitted. Read the Site Rules if you havent already. Keep it clean.

Thank you.
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Haha! My shotgun isn't sawed off. so it won't fit. ;) and I keep my kilos in the door panels, thankyouverymuch.

Honestly...there's nowhere for small things in this car... the mail key, a few pens, some bandaids, chapstick, hair ties, a tampon or two and that kind of stuff. My kids may be teens, but I'm still their mom! :D I need to be prepared with these things when the zombie apocalypse hits!
What @sjw91 said 👆. That’s exactly what our cubby is used for, it’s where my wife keeps her purse along with a few extra KN95 masks and a couple of spare USB cables. But I get your point, there is not really a good spot for storing and accessing little loose stuff. Maybe put it inside a small zip bag first?
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What @sjw91 said 👆. That’s exactly what our cubby is used for, it’s where my wife keeps her purse along with a few extra KN95 masks and a couple of spare USB cables. But I get your point, there is not really a good spot for storing and accessing little loose stuff. Maybe put it inside a small zip bag first?
Exactly, I have a small plastic zip bag I keep in the driver's door pocket that holds supplies for my insulin pump.
That pocket goes way rearward, it can hold more than it looks like, there's also room for gloves and even a compact umbrella.
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What @sjw91 said 👆. That’s exactly what our cubby is used for, it’s where my wife keeps her purse along with a few extra KN95 masks and a couple of spare USB cables. But I get your point, there is not really a good spot for storing and accessing little loose stuff. Maybe put it inside a small zip bag first?
Apparently I need more coffee this morning. All I saw was my name and what I thought was the "other finger" gesture...
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Apparently I need more coffee this morning. All I saw was my name and what I thought was the "other finger" gesture...
😂 I was very careful with my selection of fingers!
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There are organizers made for the center console. Take a ride through the Ebay or Aliexpress sites and see if there is anything that will suit your needs.
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