The instrument panel and its components are very susceptible to static electricity. Make sure you are grounded and free of static electricity (touch a metal water pipe) before touching the components of the instrument panel.
If your vehicle's radio is equipped with an anti-theft system, make sure you have entered the correct code before disconnecting the battery cable. See section for information Anti-theft audio system and instrument panel language before disconnecting the wire.
If after connecting the wire on your instrument panel there are inscriptions in the wrong language that you need, refer to Section Anti-theft audio system and instrument panel language, for instructions on how to set the desired language.
Withdrawal
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. If necessary, remove the steering column covers and lower trim panel (see chapter Body).
3. Give the screws holding a guard on the panel of devices. Note the position of the bottom screws so that you can put them in the same place when installing.
4. Tilt the top of the shield forward and disconnect the electrical connectors behind it by pressing the levers, then pull the shield out of the instrument panel.
5. To access the components of the shield, release the latches or give the screws separate the two halves.
Installation
Install in reverse order.