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Headlamp Dimmer Switch: Service and Repair

Multifunction, Turn Signal, and Hazard Switch Replacement- On Vehicle

Removal Procedure





1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disable the SIR system.
3. Remove the steering wheel.
4. Remove the steering column trim covers.
5. Remove the wire harness straps from the wire harness assembly on the steering column.
6. Disconnect the multifunction switch assembly connector from the SIR coil assembly connector.
7. Slide the multifunction switch assembly connectors (2) out of the steering column bulkhead connector (1).





8. Remove the screws (1) from the multifunction switch assembly (2).
9. Remove the multifunction switch assembly (2) from the steering column.

Installation Procedure





1. Using a small flat-blade tool compress the electrical contact and move the multifunction switch assembly (2) into position on the steering column.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Verify that the electrical contact of the multifunction switch assembly rests on the turn signal canceling cam. Install the multifunction switch assembly screws (1) to the multifunction switch assembly (2).
^ Tighten the screws to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.).





3. Connect the multifunction switch assembly connectors (2) into the steering column bulkhead connector (1).
4. Reconnect the multifunction switch assembly connector to the SIR coil assembly connector.
5. Install the wire harness assembly to the steering column wire harness straps.
6. Verify that the lever is in the center or the OFF position.
7. Install the steering column trim covers.
8. Install the steering wheel to the steering column.
9. Enable the SIR system.
10. Connect the negative battery cable.