Dimmer Switch: Service and Repair

INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) DIMMER SWITCH REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 and SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 5 in Restraint Systems.
2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) cluster trim plate from the I/P carrier.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the hazard warning switch if required.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the dimmer switch (2).
5. With a small flat-bladed tool release the retaining tabs (1) for the dimmer switch (2).
6. From the front of the I/P cluster trim plate, push outward on the dimmer switch (2). This will remove the dimmer switch (2) from the I/P cluster trim plate.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Align the dimmer switch (2) with the opening in the I/P cluster trim plate.
2. Push inward on the dimmer switch (2) until the switch is fully seated into the I/P cluster trim plate.
3. Connect the electrical connector to the dimmer switch (2).
4. Connect the electrical connector to the hazard warning switch if required.
5. Install the I/P trim plate to the I/P carrier.
6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 and SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 5 in Restraint Systems.