Repair Procedures: Removal

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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the overhead console lamp assembly.
Refer to ROOM LAMP REPLACEMENT .
Remove the overhead console bulb (B) after disconnecting the panoramaroof switch connector and lamp connector (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Panoramaroof Switch Connector
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Fig 2: Identifying Overhead Console Bulb & Lens
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When replacing the bulb only, release the lens (C) cover from the roof without removing the overhead console lamp assembly.