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Steering Column and Wheel - SW Harness - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Remove the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD TRIM - REAR APRON ASSEMBLY - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  2. Disconnect the LV power. See LV Battery - Li-Ion - Disconnect And Connect .
  3. Remove the driver airbag. See FRONT AIR BAGS - DRIVER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  4. Remove the steering wheel. See STEERING COLUMN AND WHEEL - STEERING WHEEL - PUR LEATHER - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  5. Remove the steering wheel lower spoker cover. See STEERING COLUMN AND WHEEL - STEERING WHEEL, LOWER SPOKE COVER - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  6. Release the harness from the LH steering wheel switch harness bracket.
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  7. Release the harness from the RH steering wheel switch harness bracket.
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  8. Disconnect the LH steering wheel switch connector.
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  9. Disconnect the RH steering wheel switch connector.
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  10. Disconnect the LH steering wheel heater connector.
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  11. Disconnect the RH steering wheel heater connector.
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  12. Remove the bolt that attaches the harness to the steering wheel.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Cordless 1/4 in Dr Ratchet
    • 4 in extension
    • Torx T20 socket
    • Torque Wrench 1/4 in Dr Hexagon - 1060071-00-A
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