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.
Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the front door scuff trim (A).

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Loosen the screw and remove the hood latch release handle (A).

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Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the cowl side trim (A).

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

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Loosen the mounting screws and remove the crash pad lower panel (A).

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Disconnect the crash pad lower switch connectors (A).

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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- Make sure the connector are connected in properly.
- Replace any damaged clips.