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Repair Procedures: Replacement

CAUTION:
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
NOTE:
  • When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
  • Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces to protect from marring the surface.
  • Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
  1. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the center garnish [LH] (A).
    Fig 1: Locating Center Garnish (LH)
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  2. After loosening the mounting screw, then remove the center fascia panel (A).
    Fig 2: Locating Center Fascia Panel
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  3. Disconnect the hazard switch connector (A).
    Fig 3: Locating Hazard Switch Connector
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  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

    Information 

    • Make sure the connector are connected in properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips.