Paddle Shift Assembly: Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.
Set the tire to the straight-ahead position.
Remove the airbag module. Ref. to REMOVAL , Driver's Airbag Module.
WARNING: If there are airbag modules mounted, always ref. to CAUTION , General Description.
Remove the steering wheel. Ref. to REMOVAL , Steering Wheel.
Remove the column cover.
Disconnect the connector of paddle shift assembly.

Fig 1: Locating Paddle Shift Assembly Connector
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Remove the paddle shift assembly.

Fig 2: Locating Paddle Shift Assembly Mounting Nuts
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