Headlamp Dimmer Switch: Service and Repair

Fig. 1 Turn Signal/Dimmer Switch Removal:

1. Deactivate airbag as described under MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES/AIR BAG DEACTIVATION, then remove air bag inflator module as described under PASSIVE RESTRAINTS, AIR BAG/MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES/INFLATOR MODULE.
2. Remove steering wheel as follows:
a. Remove steering wheel nut, then place alignment marks on steering shaft and wheel for use during installation.
b. Using a suitable puller, remove steering wheel.
c. Reverse procedure to install. When installing steering wheel, align marks made during removal. Torque steering wheel nut to 24 ft. lbs.
3. Remove steering column covers, Fig. 1.
4. Disconnect turn signal/dimmer switch electrical connector.
5. Remove turn signal/dimmer switch attaching screws, then remove switch Fig. 1.
6. Reverse procedure to install.
7. Reactivate airbag as described under MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES/AIR BAG ACTIVATION.