1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the upper column cover.
3. Using a phillips screwdriver, remove fasteners.
NOTE:
When pulling up the shaft of fasteners using a phillips screwdriver, the shaft will not be pulled up if it is rotated by pressing the driver. To pull up the shaft of fastener, use the phillips screwdriver to lightly contact fasteners.

4. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, and remove the meter hood in the direction of the arrow in the order of (1), (2) while detaching the clips A, pins B.

5. Disconnect the start switch connector
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Liftgate Upper Trim Removal/Installation
Rear Door Checker Removal/InstallationCoupler Component Removal/Installation [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
WARNING:
A hot transaxle and ATF can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait
until they are cool.
Always wear protective eye wear when using the air compressor. If the air
compressor is used, any particles of dirt or soiling could spatter and get into
the eyes.
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B Pillar Lower Trim Removal/Installation
1. Remove the front scuff plate..
2. Remove the rear scuff plate..
3. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
4. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, and pull the B-pillar lower trim
in the direction of the arrow in the order of (1), (2) while detaching hooks A,
pins B.
5. Take th ...
Front Seat Back Component Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling a side air bag improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the
air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings/cautions
in the Workshop Manual before handling the front seat (side air bag integrated)..
If the sliding mechanisms on both side ...