Accessory Switch Bezel: Removal

NOTE: The accessory switches are serviced separately, but the cigar lighter/power outlet is not (Fig 1 ).

Fig 1: Identifying Accessory Switch Bezel Location

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Open hood.
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable (Fig 2 ).

Fig 2: Disconnecting And Isolating Battery Negative Cable
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Remove the instrument panel center bezel. Refer to CLUSTER BEZEL .
Remove two screws retaining the accessory switch bezel (Fig 3 ).

Fig 3: Removing Accessory Switch Bezel
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Disconnect the harness connectors to the following (Fig 4 ):
- Rear Window Defogger Switch (if equipped)
- Traction Control Switch (if equipped)
- Cigar Lighter/Power Outlet
- Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper Switch
Fig 4: Disconnecting Accessory Switch Bezel Connectors
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To remove switches from bezel, use both thumbs and slightly pull out on the two walls that are holding the switches (Fig 5 ).

Fig 5: Identifying Accessory Switch Bezel Switch
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