Removal And Installation

CAUTION: Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.

NOTE:

When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
When removing the interior trim pieces, use a plastic panel removal tool not to damage the surface.
Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Remove the floor console assembly.
(Refer to Floor Console - "FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY ")
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Crash Pad - "CRASH PAD LOWER PANEL ")
Remove the glove box.
(Refer to Crash Pad - "GLOVE BOX ")
Remove the heater & A/C control unit.
(Refer to Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning - "HEATER & A/C CONTROL UNIT (MANUAL) ")

(Refer to Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning - "HEATER & CONTROL UNIT (FATC) "
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover [RH] (A).

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After loosening the mounting nuts, screws and bolts, remove the crash pad center lower panel (A).

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