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Removal and Installation

Control Unit

1. Disconnect GND cable from battery.
2. Remove console box.




3. Set temperature control switch (A) to "FULL HOT" and then disconnect temperature control cable from bottom of heater unit.

NOTE: Do not attempt to move switch and link during installation.

4. Remove front cover (A) while disconnecting connector.




5. Remove two screws (B) and then remove center panel (C) while disconnecting connector.




6. Remove fitting screws, and slightly pull radio bracket out from center console while disconnecting connector.




7. Disassemble radio bracket.
8. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE: Before installing control unit, set temperature control switch to "FULL HOT" position.
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