Removal Procedure

Open the Instrument panel (IP) storage compartment door.
Lift the door slightly and twist the compensator rod in order to disengage the end of the rod from the door.

Fig 1: Removing IP Storage Compartment Door
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Remove the screws (1) from the IP storage compartment door trim panel (2).
Remove the IP storage compartment door trim panel (2).

Fig 2: Removing IP Storage Compartment Door Trim Panel
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Remove the screws (1) securing the IP storage compartment door handle (2) to the IP storage compartment door.

Fig 3: Removing Screws & IP Storage Compartment Door Handle
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Disengage the compartment latch actuator cable (1) from IP storage compartment latch.

Fig 4: Removing Compartment Latch Actuator Cable
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Remove the lock cylinder from the IP storage compartment latch handle:
1. 7.1. Insert the key into the door handle lock cylinder.
2. 7.2. Turn the key 1/4 turn clockwise (LOCK position).
3. 7.3. Insert a small diameter tool into the small rectangular opening (1) on the RH side of the compartment handle.
4. 7.4. Depress and hold the lock cylinder retainer.
5. 7.5. Turn the key an additional 1/4 turn clockwise.
6. 7.6. Remove the key and lock cylinder from the compartment handle (2).
Fig 5: Removing Lock Cylinder
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