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Car Computer - Etisalat Sim Card - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Open all doors and lower all windows.
  2. Move the front seats forward.
  3. Remove the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD TRIM - REAR APRON ASSEMBLY - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  4. Disconnect LV power. See LV BATTERY - LI-LON - DISCONNECT AND CONNECT .
  5. Remove the LH side rail trim. See A - B - C POST INTERIOR TRIM - SIDE RAIL ASSEMBLY, LH - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  6. Use a small flat head screwdriver to pry open the LH rear coat hook screw cover.
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  7. Remove the screw that attaches the LH rear coat hook to the body.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 2 in extension
    • Torx T25 socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    NOTE: LH shown, RH similar
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  8. Repeat step  5 through step  7 on the RH side of the vehicle.
  9. Release the clips (x4) and locator pin that attach the rear of the headliner to the vehicle.
    WARNING: Take care not to damage the headliner.
    WARNING: The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
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  10. Insert inflatable air bags, and then inflate the air bags to gain access to the working area.
    WARNING: Take care not to damage the headliner.
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  11. Slide the retaining tab of the telematics control unit (TCU) SIM card to the left, and then remove the SIM card.
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  12. Destroy the SIM card by cutting the card in half through the center, and then cut each piece into half, resulting in 4 pieces.
    CAUTION: It is mandatory to destroy the SIM card to protect user data.