NOTE:
When removing the light switch, it is necessary to rotate the steering wheel. If the ignition is switched off from ON (engine on) with the driver's door closed, the steering wheel is locked. Therefore, perform the procedure in Steps 1 to 3 so that the steering wheel is not locked.
1. Switch the ignition ON (engine on).
2. Open the driver's door.
3. Switch the ignition to off.
4. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
5. Remove the column cover..
6. Rotate the steering wheel until the service hole in the position shown in the figure is visible.

7. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole in the position shown in the figure.

8. While pressing the light switch tab in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the figure using a flathead screwdriver, pull out the light switch in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the figure to detach the light switch tab and the start stop unit.

9. Remove the light switch.

10. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Light Switch Inspection
ExteriorTaillight Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole in the position
shown in the figure.
3. Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the
figure, pull out the service hole cover from the liftgate, a ...
License 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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Crankshaft Pulley
Purpose, Function
The crankshaft pulley transmits the drive force to the auxiliary parts via
the drive belt.
The crankshaft pulley suppresses torsional vibration of the crankshaft.
Construction
The crankshaft pulley is installed to the front of the crankshaft.
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