Front

REMOVAL

WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to take the proper precautions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.

NOTE: Take the proper precautions to protect the front face of the instrument panel center bezel from cosmetic damage during this service procedure.






NOTE: MTC single zone A/C-heater control shown. Other A/C-heater controls similar.

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the center bezel (3) and place it on a workbench Instrument Panel Bezel - Removal.
3. Remove the screws (2 and 4) that secure the A/C-heater control (1) to the back of the center bezel and remove the control.