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 face of A/C-heater control, center bezel and accessory switch pod from cosmetic damage while performing this procedure.

NOTE:
LHD model shown. RHD model similar.





1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the center bezel (3) from the instrument panel and place it on a workbench Instrument Panel Center Bezel - Removal.

3. Remove the four screws (2 and 4) that secure the A/C-heater control (1) to the instrument panel center bezel and remove the control.