Repair Procedures: Replacement

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• When removing with a flat - tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
• Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

1. Remove the floor console assembly.

   (Refer to Floor Console - " FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY  ") 

2. Remove the crash pad lower panel

   (Refer to Floor Console - " CRASH PAD LOWER PANEL  ") 

3. Remove the glove box.

   (Refer to Crash Pad - " GLOVE BOX  ") 

4. Remove the crash pad center garnish assembly

   (Refer to Crash Pad - " CRASH PAD CENTER GARNISH ASSEMBLY  ") 

5. Remove the heater & A/C control unit.

   (Refer to Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning - " HEATER & A/C CONTROL UNIT (DATC)  ") 

6. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover [RH] (A).

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7. Loosen the mounting bolts and screws remove the crash pad center lower panel (A).

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8. Disconnect the start button connector (A).

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9. Disconnect the glove box lamp connector (A) and lamp switch connector (B).

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10. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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Replace any damaged clips (or pin - type retainers).