When removing the cup holders I'm sure you ran into some wear n tear on this black trim. I played it safe and went ahead and ordered this before I tackled replacing the cup holder assembly. It's a very easy removal and install. Just pick up a plastic pry tool (plastic) with a wide surface area. Just pop both corners and work the middle free. Now that I have replaced with new it's never looked better. Highly recommend if you have a scratched up weather worn cup holder face trim. Enjoy! -Christian