Repair Procedures: Removal

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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the driver airbag module.
(Refer to the DRIVER AIRBAG (DAB) MODULE AND CLOCK SPRING )
Remove the steering wheel.
(Refer to the "STEERING COLUMN & SHAFT ")
Loosen the mounting screws from the rear steering wheel cover.

Fig 1: Mounting Screws From Rear Steering Wheel Cover
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Separate the upper steering wheel remote control switch (A) from the steering wheel.

Fig 2: Upper Steering Wheel Remote Control Switch
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Remove the upper steering wheel control switch (B) disconnecting the connector (A).

Fig 3: Steering Wheel Control Switch & Connector
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