The driver's storage compartment is located near the left side of the steering column on the bottom of the instrument panel. Pull the cover down to open.
Center Console Storage
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Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area
around the front wheels. Turn off any traction system.
Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a forward
gear, or with a manual transmission, between 1 (First) or
2 (Second) and R (Reverse), spinning the wheels as
little as possible. ...