Contents: Removal ↳ Installation ↳
Removal
Ignition switch and cylinder
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the mounting screws (two on top and three on the bottom) and remove the upper and lower steering column covers.
3. On models equipped with an immobilizer, remove the transceiver from the ignition switch by disconnecting the electrical connector and removing the screw (see Fig. 4.3,a,b).


4. Insert the ignition key and turn it to the auxiliary position. Using a small screwdriver or drill, press the locking plunger through the hole on the side of the lock housing and pull out the lock cylinder (see Fig. 4.4,a,b).


5. The switch can be removed from the steering column. To do this, disconnect the electrical connector and then press the switch stopper with a screwdriver (see Fig. 4.5, a, b).


Multifunctional windshield wiper switch
6. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
7. Unscrew the two mounting screws and remove the upper steering column cover (see Fig. 4.7).

8. Disconnect the electrical connector. Use a screwdriver to press the plastic stopper and pull the switch out of the steering column (see Fig. 4.8, a-c).



Switch block for high beam headlights, additional fog lights and rear fog lights
Note: A modified high beam switch is installed beginning in July 1994. If a modified switch is to be installed on a vehicle manufactured before 1994, an auxiliary wire will be required. Consult your dealer for information.
9. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
10. Carefully remove the switch panel from the front panel using a screwdriver, placing a rag underneath it to avoid damaging the front panel (see Fig. 4.10).

11. Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the switch panel (see Fig. 4.11).

12. Unscrew the screws and remove the switch from the panel (see Fig. 4.12).

13. Remove the switch control handle and remove the plug and stopper.
14. Squeeze the plastic tabs and remove the front cover and switch.
Instrument lighting rheostat
15. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
16. Carefully remove the switch panel from the front panel using a screwdriver, placing a rag underneath it to avoid damaging the front panel.
17. Disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the mounting screws and remove the rheostat from the panel.
Headlight beam adjuster
18. Disconnect the negative battery cable (chapter 5A).
19. Carefully remove the switch panel from the front panel using a screwdriver, placing a rag underneath it to avoid damaging the front panel.
20. Disconnect the electrical connector on the back of the controller. Pull the controller out of the panel.
Switch for electric drive of mirror installed on the door
21. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
22. Carefully remove the switch panel from the front panel using a screwdriver, placing a rag underneath it to avoid damaging the front panel.
23. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the switch (see Fig. 4.23).

Block of switches for direction indicator, low beam and flashing signal
24. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
25. Remove the two mounting screws and remove the upper steering column cover.
26. Press the stopper and pull out the switch assembly. Then disconnect the electrical connector (see Fig. 4.26).

27. After removing the switches, pull out the turn signal relay (if required).
Horn Switch (Steering Wheel with Airbag)
28. Remove the airbag from the steering wheel (paragraph 28).
29. On models with constant speed control, remove the switch components (paragraph 21).
30. Disconnect the electrical connector, then remove the two screws (if present) and remove the switch.
Horn Switch (Steering Wheel Without Airbag)
31. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
32. Carefully remove the trim from the center of the steering wheel that contains the horn switch.
33. Disconnect the wiring and remove the switch.
Radio remote control switch
34. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
35. Remove the two mounting screws and remove the upper steering column cover.
36. Press the stopper and pull out the switch assembly. Then disconnect the electrical connector.
Constant speed control switch
37. See paragraph 21.
Electric window switch (single)
38. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
39. Carefully pull the switch out of the door interior trim panel, placing a rag underneath to avoid damaging the trim (see Fig. 4.39).

40. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the switch (see Fig. 4.40).

Electric window switch (combination) and isolator
41. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
42. Pull out the screw plug located in the opening under the inner door handle. Unscrew the screw (see Fig. 4.42, a, b).


43. Holding the inner door handle in the open position, remove the trim through the handle (see Fig. 4.43).

44. Press the stopper and remove the switch assembly. Then disconnect the electrical connector (see Fig. 4.44, a, b).


Electric sunroof switch
45. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
46. Carefully pull the switch out of the door interior trim panel, using a cloth to avoid damaging the trim.
47. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the switch.
Handbrake indicator microswitch
48. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
49. Remove the central console (chapter 11).
50. Disconnect the electrical connector. Then unscrew the screw and remove the switch from the handbrake lever support bracket (see Fig. 4.50).

Economy/Sport Mode Switch (Automatic Transmission Models)
51. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
52. Set the neutral position. Then pull out the selector position indicator panel, placing a rag under the tool to avoid damaging the trim of adjacent components.
53. Press the switch out of the panel and disconnect the electrical connector.
Windshield Defogger Switch and Rear Defogger Switch - Pre-1996 Models
54. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
55. Carefully pull the switch out of the door interior trim panel, placing a rag underneath to avoid damaging the trim (see Fig. 4.55).

56. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the switch (see Fig. 4.56).

Windshield Defogger Switch and Rear Defogger Switch - 1997 and Later Models
57. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
58. Carefully pry the main light switch panel out of the faceplate using a screwdriver, placing a rag underneath to avoid damaging the faceplate. If necessary for access, disconnect the wiring connectors on the switches from the back.
59. Place your hand behind the switch panel and from there push the switch assembly into the passenger compartment, but not vice versa, so as not to damage the switches (see Fig. 4.59).

60. Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the switch assembly (see Fig. 4.60).

Electric seat height adjustment switch (single)
61. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
62. Press out the switch from below (see Fig. 4.62).

63. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the switch (see Fig. 4.63).

Electric seat adjustment switch (two-section)
64. Remove the seat (chapter 11).
65. Pull the switch handles together, remembering how they are installed (see Fig. 4.65).

66. From under the seat, unscrew the two screws securing the switch and remove the switch (see Fig. 4.66, a, b).


67. Locate the switch electrical connector by tracing the wiring from it to the electrical connector. Disconnect the electrical connector.
Seat Heater Switch - Pre-1996 Models
68. See paragraphs 45...47.
Seat Heater Switch - 1997 and Later Models
69. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
70. Remove the audio unit (paragraph 23).
71. Put your hand through the opening of the audio unit and push the switch from there into the passenger compartment.
72. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the switch.
Traction Control Switch - Pre-1996 Models
73. See paragraphs 45...47.
Traction Control Switch - 1997 and Later Models
74. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
75. Remove the audio unit (paragraph 23).
76. Put your hand through the opening of the audio unit and push the switch from there into the passenger compartment (see Fig. 4.76).

77. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the switch (see Fig. 4.77).

Adaptive suspension mode switch
78. See paragraphs 45...47.
Open door alarm microswitch
79. Open the door. Then unscrew the screw and carefully pull the switch out of the rack (see Fig. 4.79,a,b).


80. Disconnect the wire and tie it so that it does not fall into the rack.
Trunk light switch
81. To access the switch it is almost always necessary to remove the lock components (see the relevant paragraph chapters 11).
82. Unfasten the switch from the lock, disconnect the connector and remove it from the lock (see Fig. 4.82).

Fuel cut-off switch
83. See. chapter 4A.
Installation
84. Installation - in the reverse order of removal.
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