Note: The models described in this manual are equipped with an airbag system. Before working near impact sensors, the steering column, or the dashboard, disconnect the negative battery cable, then the positive battery cable, and wait at least 3 minutes. Accidental deployment of the airbag could result in injury (see chapter 12). The airbag system wiring that runs through the dashboard and center console is colored yellow. Do not connect a tester or vehicle system wires to these wires.
Warning. If the car radio installed in your car has a coded theft protection, then before disconnecting the battery, make sure that you have the code to unlock it.
1. Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal (see the Note and Warning at the beginning of this paragraph).
2. Remove the front panel trim panels (see paragraph 28) and the central control panel (see paragraph 27).
3. Remove the instrument cluster (see chapter 12) and a glove box (see paragraph 28).
4. Disconnect the passenger airbag unit (if it exists) and take it off (see chapter 12).
5. Remove the car radio (see chapter 12).
6. Remove the lower trim panel on the driver's side (see paragraph 28) Remove the steering column mounting bolts and lower it (figure 30.6).
7. To remove the instrument panel, disconnect the electrical wiring connectors (their number depends on the car model). Most models use one connector. If there are several connectors, mark them to make subsequent assembly easier.
8. Remove all bolts securing the instrument panel to the body (figure 30.8, a, b) After this, lift the panel to disconnect it from the three clips (they are located behind the front panel), then slide the front panel back and remove it through the driver's door.
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9. Installation is carried out in the reverse order of removal.