Touchscreen - Remove and Replace: Remove
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- Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See SEAT CUSHION - LOWER - 2ND ROW (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD APRON - REAR (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV POWER (DISCONNECT AND CONNECT) .
- Insert a pry tool into the top center slot of the service panel, and then release the clips and tabs that attach the service panel to the instrument panel.
- Disconnect the cabin temperature sensor connector, and then remove the service panel from the vehicle.
- Remove and discard the bolts that attach the touchscreen to the instrument panel, and then slide the touchscreen toward the rear of the vehicle to remove it.NOTE: The vehicle may be equipped with either Torx T30 or hex 10 mm bolts.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket or 10 mm socket
- 1/4 in std ratchet
- 4 in extension
- Remove the screws that attach the center display housing to the touchscreen, and then remove the housing from the touchscreen.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
- 1/4 in std ratchet
- 1/4 in torque wrench (installation only)
- 2 in extension
- Disconnect the touchscreen electrical connector, and then remove the touchscreen and center display housing from the vehicle.
- Remove the center display housing from the touchscreen.