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Combination Meter: Removal

  1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
  2. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER UPPER  (See REMOVAL )
  3. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using a screwdriver, detach the 5 clips.

      HINT:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

    2. Remove the cluster finish panel and then disconnect the connector.
      Fig 1: Identifying Cluster Finish Panel
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  4. REMOVE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the 4 screws.
    2. Disconnect the connector and remove the combination meter.
      Fig 2: Locating Combination Meter And Screws
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  5. REMOVE COMBINATION METER GLASS 
    1. Using a screwdriver, detach the 2 claws and open the cover.

      HINT:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

      Fig 3: Locating Combination Meter Glass Cover And Claws
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    2. Disconnect the 3 connectors.
      Fig 4: Locating Connectors
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    3. Remove the combination meter glass's wire harness with the clamps.
      Fig 5: Identifying Combination Meter Glass Wire Harness With Clamps
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    4. Detach the 7 claws and remove the glass.
      Fig 6: Identifying Claws Location
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