Request Switch Removal/Installation [With Advanced Keyless System]: Driver-Side/Passenger-Side

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the front door trim. (See FRONT DOOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Remove the front outer handle. (See FRONT OUTER HANDLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Remove the screws A, then remove the handle seat and plate.
5. Remove screw B, then remove the request switch.

Fig 1: Identifying Request Switch, Handle Seat And Outer Handle

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