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. Remove the front seat.

   (Refer to Front Seat - "FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY ")

2. Remove the front pillar trims on both sides.

   (Refer to Body - "FRONT PILLAR TRIM ")

3. Remove the center fascia panel.

   (Refer to " Repair Procedures  ") 

4. Remove the steering wheel.

   (Refer to Steering System - "STEERING WHEEL ")

5. Remove the instrument cluster.

   (Refer to Body Electrical System - "INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ")

6. Remove the multifunction switch assembly.

   (Refer to Body Electrical System - "MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH ")

7. Remove the steering column shroud lower panel.

   (Refer to Crash Pad - "STEERING COLUMN SHROUD PANEL ")

8. Remove the center speaker grille (A) by using a remover.

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9. Separate the center speaker (A) after loosening the screws.

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10. Remove the center speaker, after disconnecting the connector (A).

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11. Remove the mid-range speaker grilles (A) on both sides by using a remover.

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12. Separate the mid-range speakers (A) on both sides after loosening the mounting bolts.

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13. Remove the mid-range speakers (B) on both sides after disconnecting the connector (A).

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14. Separate the photo sensor (A) by using a remover.

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15. Loosen the passenger airbag mounting bolts (A).

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16. Separate the main crash pad assembly (A) after loosening the mounting bolts and nuts.

    [LH] 

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    [RH] 

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17. Disconnect the passenger airbag connector (A).

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18. Remove the crash pad assembly after disconnecting the wiring clip (A).

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19. Remove the passenger airbag (A) after loosening the bolts.

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20. Install in the reverse order of removal.

    Information 

    • Make sure the crash pad fits onto the guide pins correctly.
    • Before tightening the bolts, make sure the crash pad wire harnesses are not pinched.
    • Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly, and the antenna lead is connected properly.
    • Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's radio station presets.