CAUTION:
Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing it Click here.
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transmission)
REMOVE TRANSFER SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for 4WD)
REMOVE UPPER CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY
Detach the 12 claws and remove the upper console panel.
Note
Be careful not to damage the instrument panel and console box with the claws of the console panel.
| *A | for 2WD | *B | for 4WD |
REMOVE CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY
| *1 | Screw |
| *2 | Bolt |
| *3 | Clip |
Remove the 4 screws and 2 bolts.
Using a clip remover, remove the 2 clips and console box.
REMOVE CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
Disconnect the sensor connector.
Remove the 3 bolts and sensor.