Removal Procedure

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Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar in Interior Trim.

Fig 1: View Of Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper Trim Panel Components

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IMPORTANT: Remove the upper trim panel slowly, the retainer clips could possibly fall into the instrument panel.

Lift the instrument panel (I/P) upper trim panel approximately 51 mm (2.0 in) and pull rearward to release the retainers.
Remove the DRL ambient light sensor. Refer to Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Ambient Light Sensor Replacement in Lighting Systems.
If equipped, remove the sun load sensor.

Fig 2: Identifying Sun Load & Ambient Light Sensors

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Remove the I/P upper trim panel.