Combination Meter Removal and Installation: Removal

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Disconnect negative (-) cable at battery.
Remove dash side trim (1) and steering column hole cover (2).

Fig 1: Removing Dash Side Trim And Steering Column Hole Cover
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Remove center ventilation louver with garnish referring to CENTER VENTILATION LOUVER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Remove combination meter cluster panel (1) pulling it in arrow direction shown in figure.

Fig 2: Removing Combination Meter Cluster Panel
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Remove screws (1) fastening combination meter.
Remove combination meter (2) pulling it arrow direction as shown.

Fig 3: Removing Combination Meter
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