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Smart Key Unit (SMK)

  1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
  2. Remove the knee airbag (KAB) module.

    (Refer to Restraint - "KNEE AIRBAG (KAB) MODULE ")

  3. Disconnect the connector (A) from the driver shower duct.
  4. Remove the driver shower duct (B) by loosening the screw.
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  5. Disconnect the connectors (A) from the smart key unit.
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  6. Remove the fixing clip (A) from the smart key unit wiring harness.
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  7. Remove the smart key unit (A) by loosening the screw and nut.
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