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Module - Body Controller - Security (2nd Generation) - Remove and Replace: Remove

  1. Move the driver seat and front passenger seat fully rearward and to the lowest position.
  2. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV POWER (DISCONNECT AND CONNECT) .
  3. Open the center console armrest.
  4. On both sides of the center console, use a trim tool to release the rear clips that attach the center console decor trim to the center console.
    CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the center console decor trim yet; the front of the center console decor trim is still secured to the center console.
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  5. Release the clips (x6) that attach the front portion of the center console decor trim to the center console.
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  6. Move up the center console decor trim and disconnect the electrical connector of the wireless phone charger.
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  7. Remove the screws (x14) that attach the bracket to the center console, and then use a plastic trim tool to remove the bracket from the center console.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

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  8. Carefully lift up the cup holder decor trim to release the clips that attach it to the center console.
    CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the cup holder decor trim. The electrical connector of the security body controller module is still attached.
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  9. Disconnect the electrical connector from the security body controller module, and then remove the cup holder decor panel from the center console.
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  10. Remove the screws (x2) that attach the security body controller module to the cup holder decor panel, and then remove the security body controller module from the panel.

    1.6 N.m (1.2 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.80Nm - 2.0Nm
    • Wiha 1/4" Bit Holder Adapter

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