Repair Procedures: Replacement

CAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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

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

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Disconnect the fuel filler door switch connector (A) and diagnosis connector (B).

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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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- Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
- Make sure the connector are connected in properly.