Repair procedures: Removal

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the center fascia panel (B) using the SST(A) (09840-1E100).
(Refer to the "CRASH PAD ")

Fig 1: Identifying Center Fascia Panel Using SST (09840-1E100)
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CAUTION: Always use the SST(09840-1E100) to prevent the damage when removing the center fascia panel. (Refer to the "CRASH PAD ")
Remove the center air vent LH and RH. (Refer to the "CRASH PAD ")
Remove the keyboard panel (A) after loosening screws.

Fig 2: Identifying Keyboard Panel With Screws
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Disconnect the connectors (A) from the keyboard facia panel and heater control unit.

Fig 3: Identifying Keyboard Facia Panel And Heater Control Unit Connectors
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Fig 4: Identifying Keyboard Facia Panel And Heater Control Unit Connectors
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Remove the mounting bolts (4EA) then remove the AVN unit (A).

Fig 5: Identifying AVN Unit
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Disconnect the AVN connectors and cable (A).

Fig 6: Identifying AVN Connectors And Cable
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