Repair procedures: Removal

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the side air vent (B) using the SST (A) (09840-1M100). (For Coupe, refer to CRASH PAD . For Sedan, refer to CRASH PAD .)

Fig 1: Removing Side Air Vent Using SST (09840-1M100)
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CAUTION: Always use the SST (09840-1M100) to prevent the damage when removing the air vent. (Refer to the (For Coupe, refer to CRASH PAD . For Sedan, refer to CRASH PAD .)
Remove the cluster fascia panel and upper shroud (A) after disconnecting the connector (C).

Fig 2: Identifying Upper Shroud & Connector
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Remove the cluster fascia (A) from the housing after removing 4 screws.

Fig 3: Identifying Cluster Fascia With Mounting Screws
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Disconnect the cluster fascia connectors (A) and then remove the cluster.

Fig 4: Identifying Cluster Fascia Connectors
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