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:
| *1 | Protective Tape |
Put protective tape around the center instrument cluster finish panel.
Using a moulding remover, detach the 10 claws and 4 clips.
Detach the 4 claws and disconnect the air conditioner control.
Disconnect the connectors and remove the center instrument cluster finish panel.
for Automatic Air Conditioning System:
| *1 | Protective Tape |
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
Remove the heater control knob as shown in the illustration.
REMOVE FRE/REC CONTROL KNOB
Remove the No. 2 heater control knob as shown in the illustration.
REMOVE HAZARD WARNING SIGNAL SWITCH ASSEMBLY
Detach the 2 claws and remove the switch.