Removal Procedure
Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:
• | Unnecessary SIR system repairs |
In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
• | Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring. |
• | If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System. |
- Disable
the air bag. Refer to
Disabling the SIR System
in SIR.
- Remove the left sunshade. Refer to
Sunroof Sunshade Replacement
in Roof.
- Remove the left windshield garnish. Refer to
Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement
in Interior Trim.
- Remove the sunroof molding trim, if equipped. Refer to
Sunroof Replacement
in Roof.
- Remove the left rear assist handle. Refer to
Assist Handle Replacement
.
- Remove the upper console.
- Using a flat-bladed tool, gently pry out the air temperature sensor.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the air temperature sensor.
Installation Procedure
- Connect the electrical
connector from the air temperature sensor.
- Install the air temperature sensor.
- Install the upper console.
- Install the left rear assist handle. Refer to
Assist Handle Replacement
.
- Install the sunroof molding trim, if equipped. Refer to
Sunroof Replacement
in Roof.
- Install the left windshield garnish. Refer to
Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement
in Interior Trim.
- Install the left sunshade. Refer to
Sunroof Sunshade Replacement
in Roof.
- Enable the air bag. Refer to
Enabling the SIR System
in SIR.