Cruise Control Command Switch: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Before servicing, be sure to read the notes in the "AB" section for proper handling of the driver's airbag module. < Ref. to CAUTION , General Descriptions

Set the front wheels in straight ahead position.
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 20 seconds before starting work.
Using TORX(R) BIT T30 (Tamper resistant type), loosen the two TORX(R) bolts which secure driver's airbag module.

Fig 1: Loosening Two Torx(R) Bolts Using Torx(R) Bit T30
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Disconnect the airbag module connector on back of the airbag module.
Remove the steering wheel. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Steering Wheel. >
Remove the four screws to remove the lower cover from steering wheel.

Fig 2: Removing Four Screws To Remove Lower Cover From Steering Wheel
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Remove one screw to remove the cruise control command switch from lower cover.

Fig 3: Removing One Screw To Remove Cruise Control Command Switch From Lower Cover
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