Tech Tips
Use the same procedures for the RH and LH sides.
The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
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 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL ASSEMBLY CENTER
for Manual Air Conditioning System:
Put protective tape around the center instrument cluster finish panel.
Using a moulding remover, detach the 10 claws and 4 clips.
| *1 | Protective Tape |
Detach the 4 claws and disconnect the air conditioner control.
Disconnect the connectors and remove the center instrument cluster finish panel.
| *1 | Protective Tape |
for Automatic Air Conditioning System:
Put protective tape around the center instrument cluster finish panel.
Using a moulding remover, detach the 8 claws and 4 clips.
Disconnect the connectors and remove the center instrument cluster finish panel.
REMOVE HEATER CONTROL KNOB (for Manual Air Conditioning System)
Remove the No. 2 heater control knob as shown in the illustration.
REMOVE FRE/REC CONTROL KNOB (for Manual Air Conditioning System)
Remove the heater control knob as shown in the illustration.
REMOVE HAZARD WARNING SIGNAL SWITCH ASSEMBLY (for Manual Air Conditioning System)
Detach the 2 claws and remove the switch.