NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard or its related parts.
Remove these items:
Audio unit, without navigation system ('9-11 models)
Audio unit, without navigation system ('12-13 model)
Audio-navigation unit, with navigation system ('9-11 models)
Audio-navigation unit, with navigation system ('12-13 model)
Remove the screws, then remove the center vent panel (A) from the center panel (B).
Release the hooks (C), then remove the center vent (D) from the center vent panel.
Install the center vent in the reverse order of removal, and push the hooks into place securely.
Rectifier Test
Check for continuity in each direction, between the B terminal and P terminals,
and between the E terminal and P terminals of each diode pair. All diodes should
have continuity in only one ...
Removal
Drain the engine coolant.
Remove the air cleaner.
Remove the heater hose clamp bracket mounting bolt (A) and the harness
holder mounting bolt (B).
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Secondary Shaft Disassembly, Inspection, and Reassembly (A/T)
Inspect the thrust needle bearings and the needle bearings for galling
and rough movement.
Inspect the splines for excessive wear and damage.
Check the shaft bearing s ...