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Security Control Module: Removal

NOTE: Equipped on C0 and C5 models without keyless access with push button start.
CAUTION:
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
    NOTE: For model with battery sensor, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
  2. Remove the steering wheel. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>Steering Wheel>REMOVAL .
  3. Remove the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Instrument Panel Lower Cover>REMOVAL .
  4. Remove the knee airbag module. (Model with knee airbag) Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>Knee Airbag Module>REMOVAL .
  5. Remove the heater and cooling unit assembly. Ref. to HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)>Heater and Cooling Unit>REMOVAL .
  6. Remove the security control module.
    1. Disconnect the connector.
    2. Remove the nuts, and remove the security control module.
    Fig 1: Locating Nuts And Security Control Module
    G08319276Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.