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Access/Start Authorization Control Module (J518)







Access/Start Authorization Control Module (J518)

The "access/start authorization system" must be coded after the access/start authorization control module has been replaced. Refer to => [ Access/Start Authorization Control Module (J518), Coding ] Access/Start Authorization Control Module (J518), Coding.

Removing

- Remove the trim in the driver footwell.

- Remove the footwell vent on the driver side.

To remove the access/start authorization control module and its bracket from the pedal bracket, the steering column must be lowered.

Follow the instructions for working with and transporting the steering column.

- Unscrew the two mounting bolts - 2 -.






- Remove the bolt - 1 - and the clutch pedal crash bolster - 2 -.






- Remove the bolts - 3 - and the brake pedal crash bolster - 4 -.

- Lower the steering column just enough so the access/start authorization control module can be removed from the pedal bracket.






- Disconnect the connector - 1 -.

- Open the retainer - arrow - and remove the access/start authorization control module - 2 - and bracket - 3 - from the brake pedal block.

- Open the side retainers and remove the access/start authorization control module - 2 - from the bracket - 3 -.

Installing

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal. Note the following:






- Push the access/start authorization control module - 2 - into the bracket - 3 - until it clicks into place.

- Slide the bracket and control module onto the guides on the brake pedal bracket until it locks in place.

- Connect the connector - 1 -.

The "access/start authorization system" must be coded after the access/start authorization control module has been replaced. Refer to => [ Access/Start Authorization Control Module (J518), Coding ] Access/Start Authorization Control Module (J518), Coding.