Repair Procedures: Replacement

CAUTION:

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.

Remove the cowl side trim.
(Refer to Interior Trim - "COWL SIDE TRIM ")
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover [LH] (A).

Fig 1: Locating Crash Pad Side Cover (LH)
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After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the crash pad lower panel (A) by using a screw driver.

Fig 2: Locating Crash Pad Lower Panel With Mounting Screws
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Disconnect the diagnosis connector (A).

Fig 3: Disconnecting Diagnosis Connector
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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- Make sure the connector are connected in properly.
- Replace any damaged clips.