Amplifier -R12-

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The amplifier is under the left front seat.

Removing

CAUTION:

Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers.
Remove the key.

-- Move the left front seat into its highest position and the move it all the back.

-- Remove the lower cover -arrow- from the seat.

Fig 1: Identifying Lower Seat Trim

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-- Remove the screws -arrows- from the amplifier.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws -Arrows- From Amplifier

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-- Remove the amplifier just far enough until the connectors are accessible.

-- Disconnect the connectors from the amplifier -arrows-.

Fig 3: Identifying Electrical Connections At Amplifier

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-- Remove the amplifier.

Installing

-- Make sure the amplifier slides into the notch on the bracket correctly when installing.

Install in reverse order of removal.

Torque specifications: 6 Nm