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Data Communication Module

  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  2. Remove the grille ventilation assembly center. Ref. to AIR CONDITIONER>AIR VENT GRILLE>REMOVAL>CENTER GRILLE ASSEMBLY .
  3. Remove the switch assembly hazard. Ref. to LIGHTING SYSTEM>HAZARD SWITCH>REMOVAL .
  4. Remove the audio assembly or navigation assembly. Ref. to ENTERTAINMENT & MONITORING>AUDIO>REMOVAL .
  5. Remove the backup unit. Ref. to SECURITY AND LOCKS>BACKUP UNIT>REMOVAL .
  6. Remove the data communication module.
    1. Disconnect the cable connected to the audio assembly.
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    2. Remove the screws and remove the data communication module.
    CAUTION: Do not drop or apply any impact to the data communication module.
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    NOTE: Remove the screws on LH side in the same procedure as on the RH side.