Paddle Shifter - (Downshift Switch) Replacement

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) in the SRS before doing repair or service.

1. Remove the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL ).
2. Remove the steering wheel rear cover (A).
   Fig 1: Identifying Steering Wheel Rear Cover And Screw

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3. Remove the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) connector from its holder, and disconnect the connector.
4. Remove the screw (B) securing the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) (C), then remove and replace the paddle shifter -.
5. Install a new paddle shifter - (downshift switch) with the screw, connect the connector, and install the connector in the holder.
6. Install the steering wheel rear cover.
7. Install the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION ).