Repair Procedures: Replacement

CAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
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.

Using a remover, remove the crash pad side cover [LH] (A).

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Remove the crash pad lower panel (A) after loosening the screw.

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Disconnect the crash pad lower panel connector (A).

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Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Make sure that the connector is connected properly.
Replace any damaged clips.