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Lower Crash Pad Panel Removal and Installation

LOWER CRASH PAD PANEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

NOTE:
- When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
- Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related parts.

1. Tilt the steering column up.
2. Disconnect the hood release cable from the hood release handle.
3. Detach the clips, and release the tabs, then remove the left crash pad side trim.






4. Remove the screws,bolts and clips.
5. Disconnect the self-diagnosis connector (A), then remove the lower crash pad panel (B).






6. Remove the support panel.






7. Installation is the reverse of removal.

NOTE: Make sure the hood opens properly.