Removal

METER: COMBINATION METER: REMOVAL

NOTICE:
* Make sure the combination meter glass and meter display panel does not become dirty with fingerprints, oil, etc. If dirty, clean with a soft cloth.
* Be careful of static electricity when handling the meter ECU and meter display panel. Make sure the work area has static electricity prevention measures.

CAUTION:
Do not touch any parts of the circuit of the meter display panel and condenser. Even if the engine switch is off, the meter display panel and condenser are electrically charged.

1. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER RH Removal

2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

(a) Disable the AUTO TILT AWAY function by changing the customize parameter Repair Instruction - Customize Parameters.

NOTICE:
Record the current customize parameter setting (whether the AUTO TILT AWAY function is enabled or disabled) in order to restore the current setting after finishing the operation.

HINT
Performing the above operation causes the AUTO TILT AWAY function to be disabled when the engine switch is turned off.

(b) Turn the engine switch on (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column assembly.

(c) Turn the engine switch off and disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.

NOTICE:
* w/ Navigation System (for HDD):
After the engine switch is turned off, the display and navigation module display (HDD navigation system) records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, be sure to wait for the time specified in the following table before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Battery Terminal:





* When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Repair Instruction - Initialization.

3. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER Removal

4. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH ASSEMBLY Removal

5. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Apply protective tape to the area shown in the illustration.





(b) Remove the 2 clips.

(c) Using a moulding remover, detach the 2 clips.

(d) Disconnect the connector and remove the finish panel.





6. REMOVE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 4 screws.





(b) Disconnect the connector and remove the combination meter.