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Removal [12/2012 - ]: Procedure

  1. PRECAUTION 
    NOTE:

    After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal notice before proceeding with work.

    Refer to PRECAUTION [12/2012 - ]

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    WARNING:

    Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

    NOTE:

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

    Refer to INITIALIZATION [12/2012 - 10/2015] Refer to INITIALIZATION [10/2015 - 08/2016] Refer to INITIALIZATION [08/2016 - ]

  3. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD 
  4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

  5. REMOVE STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4

  6. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5 Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5

  7. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5

  8. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disconnect the 2 connectors.
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    2. Using a screwdriver, detach the claw and remove the windshield wiper switch assembly.
      NOTE:

      Do not push the claw with excessive force as damage may occur.

      HINT: 

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.