32 33... Replacing design cover/accent trim for sport steering wheel

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove BOTH SWITCHES FROM SPORT STEERING WHEEL .

Release screws (1).

Remove accent rim (2) from design cover (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Accent Rim, Design Cover And Screws

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