Pod, Switch: Removal
WARNING:
Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable and wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to follow these instructions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.
NOTE:
Take the proper precautions to protect the face of the center bezel from cosmetic damage while performing this procedure.
- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
- Remove the instrument panel center bezel (4) and place it on a workbench. Refer to BEZEL, INSTRUMENT PANEL, CENTER, REMOVAL .
- Remove the four screws (1 and 3) that secure the accessory switch pod (2) to the center bezel and remove the switch pod.