Repair Procedures: Removal

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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the steering column upper and lower shrouds (A) after removing 3 screws.

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Upper & Lower Shrouds
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NOTE: Take care not to damage and scratch the shrouds and its related parts.
Take care not to damage the hook when removing the upper and lower shrouds.
Disconnect the light switch connector (A) and the wiper switch connector (B).

Fig 2: Identifying Light Switch Connector
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Fig 3: Identifying Wiper Switch Connector
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Remove the wiper switch (A) by pushing the lock pin (B).
NOTE: When removing the wiper & washer switch only, release the lock of wiper switch without removing the steering wheel.

Fig 4: Identifying Wiper Switch & Lock Pin
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Remove the steering wheel.
Refer to "STEERING COLUMN AND SHAFT ".
Remove the clock spring.
Refer to "AIRBAG MODULE ".
Remove the multifunction switch assembly (A) after loosening screws (2 EA).

Fig 5: Identifying Multifunction Switch Assembly
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