Repair Procedures: Replacement

Information 

• Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
• Be careful not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the floor console assembly.

   (Refer to Floor Console - "FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY ")

3. Remove the cluster fascia panel.

   (Refer to Crash Pad - "CLUSTER FASCIA PANEL ")

4. Remove the glove box housing.

   (Refer to Crash Pad - "GLOVE BOX HOUSING ")

5. Remove the center fascia panel.

   (Refer to Crash Pad - "CENTER FASCIA PANEL ")

6. Separate the heater control unit (A) after loosening the screws.
   Fig 1: Separating Heater Control Unit

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7. Remove the heater control unit (B) after disconnecting the connector (A).
   Fig 2: Locating Heater Control Unit Connector

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8. Remove the crash pad main lower panel (A) after loosening the nut & screws.
   Fig 3: Removing Crash Pad Main Lower Panel Nut & Screws

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9. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Information 

• Make sure the connectors are connected properly.
• Replace any damaged clips.