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
ExteriorAwd Control Module
Purpose, Function
The AWD CM calculates the optimal amount of torque distribution for the rear
wheels and outputs a corresponding electric current to the electronic control
coupling (AWD solenoid). This calculation is based on the accelerator pedal
angle, four-wheel speed, engine spe ...
Steering Switch Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling the driver-side air bag module improperly can accidentally operate
(deploy) the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the service
warnings and cautions before handling the air bag module..
1. Switch the ignition OFF (LOCK).
2. Disconnect the neg ...
Quick Release Connector (Emission System) Removal/Installation
Quick Release Connector Type and Position
CAUTION:
Verify the type and location, and install/remove properly.
U.S.A. and CANADA
Except U.S.A. and CANADA
Type A Removal
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the evaporative pipe when unlocking the retainer.
NOTE:
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