Repair procedures: Removal

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the center air vent (B) using the SST (A) (09840-1M100).
For coupe, refer to CRASH PAD . For sedan, refer to CRASH PAD .

Fig 1: Removing Center Air Vent
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CAUTION: Always use the SST (09840-1M100) to prevent the damage when removing the air vent. For coupe, refer to CRASH PAD . For sedan, refer to CRASH PAD .
Remove the crash pad center fascia panel (A).
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the crash pad and related parts.

Fig 2: Crash Pad Center Fascia Panel
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Disconnect the connectors (A) from the crash pad center fascia panel and heater control unit.

Fig 3: Crash Pad Center Fascia Panel Connectors
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Fig 4: Heater Control Unit Connectors
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Remove the mounting bolts (4 EA) then remove the AVN unit (A).

Fig 5: AVN Unit & Mounting Bolts
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Disconnect the AVN connectors and cable (A).

Fig 6: AVN Connectors & Cable
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