Removal

REMOVAL

WARNING: On vehicles equipped with airbags, disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to take the proper precautions could result in accidental airbag deployment and possible personal injury or death.





NOTE: Illustration shown with instrument panel removed for clarity.

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Disengage the center bezel from the instrument panel to gain access to the back of the A/C-heater control Instrument Panel Center Bezel - Removal.
3. Disconnect the temperature control cable from the A/C-heater control A/C Heater Control - Removal.
4. Remove the steering column opening cover Steering Column Opening Cover - Removal.
5. Remove the screw (1) that secures the temperature control cable (2) to the left side of the HVAC air distribution housing (3).
6. Disconnect the temperature control cable from the blend door pivot lever (4) and remove the cable from the vehicle.