Coil Removal/Installation: Notes

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NOTE:

Do not remove the coil unless you are replacing it.
When only the coil is replaced, the immobilizer system reprogram procedure is not necessary.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the column cover.
Remove in the order indicated in Fig 1.

Fig 1: Removal Order Of Coil
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Install in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Coil

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