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First the steering wheel has to come off the take off the multifuncton switch.

1. Remove the steering wheel and upper and lower steering column covers.

2. Disconnect the multi function switch electrical connectors.

3. Remove the screw that holds the switch to the column.

4. Carefully pry up the tab that secures the switch harness container to the bracket on either side. Pull the retainers off the bracket.

5. Take the multi function switch off the steering column.

6. Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.

7. Remove the switch mounting screws and take off the switch.

8. Installation if the reverse of the removal steps.

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