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Module - Body Controller - BCM (2nd generation) (RHD) - Remove And Replace: Removal

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  1. Remove the LH and RH front seats, refer to Seat Assembly - 1st Row - LH - Remove and Install , or Seat Assembly - 1st Row - RH - Remove And Replace .
    NOTE: Do not disconnect 12V power until both front seats are mechanically detached from the vehicle floor panel.
  2. Remove the LH console closeout extension, refer to Assembly - Closeout Extension - LH - Center Console (Remove And Replace) .
  3. Release the clips (x4) that attach the LH instrument panel side cover to the instrument panel, disconnect the electrical connector, and then remove the side cover.
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  4. Release the clips (x2) that attach the LH middle A-pillar trim to the vehicle, and then remove LH middle A-pillar trim.
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  5. Release the clips (x4) that attach the LH lower A-pillar trim to the vehicle, and then remove LH lower A-pillar trim.
    NOTE: The number of clips that attach the A-pillar trim may vary, depending on vehicle production date. Replace any damaged or missing clips prior to reinstalling the trim.
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  6. Release the clips (x2) that attach the LH footwell cover, disconnect the electrical connector, and then remove the LH footwell from the vehicle.
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  7. Carefully fold back the front section of carpet at the LH footwell.
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  8. Remove the bolts (x3) (torque 4 N.m) that attach the LH footwell harness cover to the vehicle, and then remove the LH footwell harness cover.
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  9. Release the barrel clips (x2) and edge clips (x3) that attach the body harness to the bulkhead and the BCM bracket.
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  10. Remove the bolts (x3) (torque 8 N.m) that connect the connector bracket and air suspension module to the bulkhead.
    NOTE: Move the electrical harness away from the fastener for better access.
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  11. Move the air suspension module, main harness, and associated connectors away for access to the BCM connections.
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  12. Remove RH console closeout extension, refer to Assembly - Closeout Extension - LH - Center Console (Remove And Replace) .
  13. Release the clips (x3) that attach the driver's footrest to the footrest dead pedal.
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  14. Release the clips (x4) that attach the RH instrument panel side cover to the instrument panel, disconnect the electrical connector, and then remove the side cover.
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  15. Release the clips (x2) that attach the RH middle A-pillar trim to the vehicle, and then remove RH middle A-pillar trim.
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  16. Release the clips (x4) that attach the RH lower A-pillar trim to the vehicle, and then remove LH lower A-pillar trim.
    NOTE: The number of clips securing the trim may vary, depending on vehicle production date. Replace any damaged or missing clips prior to reinstalling the trim.
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  17. Release the push clips (x2) that attach the RH footwell cover to the vehicle, disconnect the electrical connector, and then remove the RH footwell cover from the vehicle.
    NOTE: You may need to press the accelerator pedal down for additional clearance.
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  18. Carefully fold back the front section of the carpet at the RH footwell.
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  19. Remove the nuts (x2) (torque 5 N.m) that attach the dead pedal to the bulkhead, and then remove the dead pedal.
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  20. Remove the bolt (torque 2.5 N.m) that attaches the LH front of the center console to the instrument panel.
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  21. Remove the bolt (torque 2.5 N.m) that attaches the RH front of the center console to the instrument panel.
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  22. Disconnect the two USB connectors at the RH front side of the console and release them from the console trim.
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  23. Disconnect the two 12V connectors for the center console.
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  24. Release the clips (x2) and tabs (x2) that attach the cubby under the MCU, and then remove the cubby.
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  25. Remove the screw (torque 2 N.m) that attaches the front of the console to the instrument panel carrier.
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  26. Remove the premium console mat.
    NOTE: Gently pry up from the rear edge to release the mat.
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  27. Remove the bolts (x2) (torque 3 N.m) that attach the middle of the console to the body.
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  28. Release the clips (x6) that attach the rear panel to the console, disconnect the connectors (x3), and then remove the rear panel from the console.
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  29. Remove the bolts (x2) (torque 7 N.m) that attach the rear of the center console to the body.
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  30. Lift the rear of the center console upward, pull it backward, and then remove the center console from the vehicle.
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  31. Fold back the first row carpet to gain access to the floor ducts.
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  32. Remove the two outer floor ducts and the center floor duct.
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  33. Release the connectors (x9) from the BCM.
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  34. Remove the screws (x4) (torque 1.8 N.m) that attach the BCM to the BCM bracket.
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  35. Remove the bolts (x2) (torque 27 N.m) at the bottom center of the cross car beam assembly.
    NOTE: Releasing these bolts allows the cross car beam to move a little outward to provide clearance for removal of the BCM.
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  36. Remove the BCM.
    NOTE: Slide the BCM out between the cross car beam towards the rear of the vehicle
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