Paddle Shifter - (Downshift Switch) Replacement

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ), and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

1. Remove the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL ).
2. Remove the four screws (A) securing the steering wheel rear cover (B) and front left cover (C), then remove the steering wheel rear cover.
   Fig 1: Identifying Steering Wheel Rear Cover, Front Left Cover, Paddle Shifter - And Screws

   
3. Remove the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) connector from its holder, and disconnect the connector.
4. Remove the screw (D) securing the paddle shifter - (E), remove the paddle shifter -, and replace it with a new one.
5. Install the steering wheel front left cover on the steering wheel, if necessary.
6. Install the new paddle shifter - on the steering wheel, and secure it with the screw.
7. Connect the paddle shifter - connector securely, and install the connector in the connector holder.
8. Install the steering wheel rear cover, and secure the rear cover and the front left cover with the four screws.
9. Install the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION ).