Repair procedures: Removal

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the driver airbag module. (Refer to the AIRBAG MODULE DISPOSAL )
3. Remove the steering wheel. (Refer to the "STEERING COLUMN AND SHAFT ")
4. Remove the steering wheel cover (A) after loosening the screws.
   Fig 1: Identifying Steering Wheel Cover And Screws

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5. Remove the steering wheel remote control switch connector (A) after loosening the mounting screws.

[LH-Mute] 

Fig 2: Identifying Steering Wheel Remote Control Switch Connector Mounting Screws (LH-Mute)

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Fig 3: Identifying Steering Wheel Remote Control Switch Connector (LH-Mute)

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