Smart Key Unit

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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the glove box housing.
(Refer to Body - "GLOVE BOX HOUSING ")
Remove the smart key unit (A) after loosening the bolt and screw.

Fig 1: Smart Key Unit Bolt And Screw
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Fig 2: Locating Smart Key Unit
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Disconnect the smart key unit connectors (A).

Fig 3: Locating Smart Key Unit Connectors

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