HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH REMOVAL

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedures for the RH and LH sides.

  • The procedures listed below are for the LH side.


  1. 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.

  2. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

  3. REMOVE STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY


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      Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, loosen the 2 screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.

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      Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel as shown in the illustration. Then support the steering pad with one hand.

      Note

      When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.

    3. Disconnect the horn connector.

    4. Disconnect the connector and remove the steering pad.

      Note

      When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

  4. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY


    1. Remove the steering wheel assembly set nut.

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      Put matchmarks on the steering wheel assembly and steering main shaft.

    3. Using SST, remove the steering wheel assembly.

      SST
      09950-50013   ( 09951-05010, 09952-05010, 09953-05020, 09954-05021 )

      Note

      Apply a small amount of grease to the threads and tip of SST (09953-05020) before use.

  5. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER LOWER

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    1. Remove the 3 screws and cover lower.

  6. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER UPPER

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    1. Remove the 3 screws and cover lower.

  7. REMOVE SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY

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    1. Disconnect the connectors from the spiral cable.

      Note

      When handling the airbag connector, do not damage the airbag wire harness.

    2. Detach the 3 claws and remove the spiral cable.

  8. REMOVE WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH


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      Disconnect the connectors.

    2. Detach the claw and remove the windshield wiper switch.

      Note

      Do not push the claw with excessive force as damage may occur.

  9. REMOVE HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH ASSEMBLY


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      Disconnect the connector.

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      Using needle-nose pliers, remove the band clamp as shown in the illustration.

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      Using a screwdriver, detach the claws and remove the switch.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.