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Paddle Shifter Replacement




Paddle Shifter Replacement

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations Locations and the precautions and procedures Service and Repair before doing repair or service.

1. Remove the steering wheel Steering Wheel Removal.

2. Remove the four screws (A) securing the steering wheel rear cover (B).





3. Pull the snap-fit portion (C) up carefully, then remove the steering wheel rear cover.

4. Remove the paddle shifter connector (A) from the clamp bracket (B), and disconnect the paddle shifter connector.






5. Remove the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) (A) or the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) (B), then replace it.






6. Route the harness and connect the paddle shifter connector securely, and install the connector to the clamp bracket.

7. Install the steering wheel rear cover.

8. Install the steering wheel Steering Wheel Installation.