I have done it a few weeks ago. There are step by step instructions on the forum, search for them. No need to remove the dashboard, just the center console comes out.

The guide says to protect the shifter knob, but actually you can remove it completely, just pull straight up. Also, opening the sunroof was not necessary, contrary to what the guide said.

Having an extra pair of hands helps, but it have done it alone.

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2003 / 3.0i / Auto