1. Pull down the steering wheel.
2. Press the shaded area shown in the figure using your thumb, and lift the upper column cover in the direction of arrow (1).

3. Pull the upper column cover in the direction of the arrow (2) and remove it while detaching pins A, tabs B and guides C.
4. Remove hooks D from the meter hood.
CAUTION:
If the cover of the meter hood is deformed, it may not return to its original condition. When removing the cover of the meter hood, detach hooks D one by one from the upper column cover.

5. Pull up the steering wheel.
6. Remove screws E.

7. Remove the lower column cover in the direction of the arrow (4), (5) set the adjusting lever aside while keeping it open in the direction of the arrow (3) shown in the figure.
8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Center Panel Removal/Installation
D Pillar Trim Removal/InstallationLicense 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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Wheel Alignment Pre Inspection
1. Park the vehicle on level ground, in an unloaded condition*, with the wheels
straight forward.
*: Unloaded condition.....Fuel tank is full. Engine coolant and engine oil are
at specified level. Spare tire, jack and tools are in designated position.
2. Inspect the tire pressure.
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Front Bumper Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Affix the protective tape to the position (vehicle body side) shown in the
figure to prevent scratches and damage.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove fasteners A.
3. Pull the front over fender in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure ...