Instrument Panel Lower Cover: Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note. >
NOTE: For models other than STI model, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
Remove the clips, and remove the cover - instrument panel side LH.

Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Panel Side LH Cover
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NOTE: Using a plastic remover, open the cover - instrument panel side LH.
Remove the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver INN and OUT.
CAUTION: When removing the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver, be sure to pull it toward you. If attempting to remove by turning it upward, the claws may be damaged.

Fig 2: Caution For Removing Instrument Panel LWR Driver Cover Assembly
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1. Remove the screws and release the clips and claws.
2. Disconnect the harness connectors, and remove the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver INN and OUT.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Instrument Panel LWR Driver Screws
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