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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
  2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) outer trim cover Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement.
  3. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement.
  4. Remove the instrument panel extension. Refer to Instrument Panel Extension Replacement.

  5. Object Number: 2017830  Size: SH

    Important: Using a suitable tool, remove the cable ties (1) from the from the I/P lower support brace (2).

    Important: Cable ties are a single use item.

  6. Detach the vehicle speed interface module (VSIM) wiring harness (3).
  7. Disconnect the vehicle speed interface module (VSIM) electrical connector (5) from the main wiring harness connector (4).

  8. Object Number: 2017831  Size: SH
  9. Remove the vehicle speed interface module (VSIM) (1) from the I/P beam and the lower fascia support (2).

  10. Object Number: 2017832  Size: SH
  11. Disconnect the vehicle speed interface module (VSIM) (2) electrical connectors (3) from the steering wheel angle sensor (1).
  12. Remove the vehicle speed interface module (VSIM) (2) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 2017832  Size: SH
  1. Connect the vehicle speed interface module (VSIM) (2) electrical connectors (3) to the steering wheel angle sensor (1).

  2. Object Number: 2017831  Size: SH
  3. Install and secure the vehicle speed interface module (VSIM) (1) to the I/P beam and the lower fascia support (2), using NEW cable ties.

  4. Object Number: 2017830  Size: SH
  5. Connect the vehicle speed interface module (VSIM) electrical connector (5) to the main wiring harness connector (4).
  6. Important: Cable ties are a single use item.

  7. Attach the vehicle speed interface module (VSIM) wiring harness (3) to the I/P lower support brace (2), using NEW cable ties (1).
  8. Install the instrument panel extension. Refer to Instrument Panel Extension Replacement.
  9. Install the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement.
  10. Install the instrument panel (I/P) outer trim cover Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement.
  11. Connect the battery negative cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.