1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the service hole cover.

3. Detach the screw from the front door key cylinder.

NOTE:
The screw cannot be removed because the front outer handle bracket has a stopper which prevents the screw from falling.
4. While pressing the outer handle bracket tab in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure, pull the front door key cylinder in the direction of arrow (2) to detach the outer handle bracket and the front door key cylinder.

5. Remove the front door key cylinder from the outer handle bracket.
6. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the position shown in the figure.

7. Move the tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure to lift up the collar cap, and detach the collar cap from the front door key cylinder tab.
8. Remove the collar cap from the front door key cylinder.
9. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Front Door Key Cylinder Switch InspectionLicense Plate Light
Purpose
The license plate lights shine light on the license plate during nighttime
driving.
Function
The license plate lights illuminate in conjunction with the operation of
the light switch.
Construction
The license plate lights are installed to the liftgate.
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Hazardous Driving
WARNING
Be extremely careful if it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces: Downshifting
into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The sudden change
in tire speed could cause the tires to skid.
This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident.
When driv ...
Rear Stabilizer Removal/Installation [Awd]
WARNING:
Verify that the rear crossmember is securely supported by a jack. If the
rear crossmember falls off, it can cause serious injury or death, and damage
to the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the rear ABS wheel-spee ...