Repair Procedures: Removal

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NOTE:

When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver or use a prying trim tool, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
Remove the AVN/Audio head unit carefully not to scratch the cockpit in the top of the cluster.

Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
Remove the crash pad garnish [RH].
(Refer to " Crash Pad Garnish [RH] ")

Remove the audio head unit.

Remove the center fascia upper panel (A) by using a screwdriver or remover.

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Remove the audio head unit (A)after loosening the mounting screws.

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Disconnect the all connectors (A) from the audio head unit.

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