Instrument Cluster Switch Pod - Removal

REMOVAL

WARNING: Disable the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, airbag, Occupant Classification System (OCS), seat belt tensioner, impact sensor 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 SRS. Failure to follow these instructions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.





1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the center bezel (1) from the instrument panel. Instrument Panel Bezel - Removal.
3. Disconnect the wire harness connector from the back of the instrument panel switch pod (2).
4. Remove the four screws (3) that secure the switch pod to the back of the center bezel.
5. Remove the switch pod from the center bezel.