Removal

WIPER / WASHER: WIPER SWITCH: REMOVAL

1. PRECAUTION (w/ Navigation System for HDD)

NOTICE:
After the power 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 power switch off, make sure to wait at least 60 seconds before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

2. REMOVE REAR DECK FLOOR BOX Removal

3. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER

(a) Turn the steering wheel assembly to the right and remove the screw as shown in the illustration.





(b) Turn the steering wheel assembly to the left and remove the screw as shown in the illustration.





(c) Disable the auto tilt away function by changing the customize parameter Programming and Relearning.

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 this operation.

HINT
Performing the above operation disables the auto tilt away function when the power switch is turned off.

(d) Turn the power switch on (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and upper the steering column assembly.

(e) Turn the power switch off and disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

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

(f) Remove the screw.





(g) Disengage the 2 claws and remove the lower steering column cover.

NOTICE:
Do not damage the tilt and telescopic switch.

(h) Disengage the claw.





(i) Disengage the 4 clips and 2 guides to remove the upper steering column cover as shown in the illustration.





4. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH ASSEMBLY

(a) Disconnect the connector.





(b) Disengage the claw and remove the windshield wiper switch assembly as shown in the illustration.

NOTICE:
If the claw is pushed with excessive force, it may break.