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Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement

Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement Removal Procedure

  1. Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 1
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 1
  1. Unclip the sunshade and rotate the sunshade to the side.
  2. Open the sunshade support bolt access cover with an appropriate tool.
  3. Sunshade Support Bolt (1) » Remove
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 2
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 2
  1. Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.
  2. Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Cover (1) » Remove [2x]
  3. Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Bolt (2) » Remove [2x]
  4. Windshield Garnish Molding - Right Side (3) » Remove
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 3
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 3
  1. Fold the assist handle downward and hold. (2)
  2. Use a small flat-bladed tool to open the assist handle covers to access the bolts.
  3. Roof Rail Assist Handle Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]
  4. Roof Rail Assist Handle (2) » Remove
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 4
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 4
  1. Sunshade Retainer Bolt Cover (1) » Remove
  2. Sunshade Bolt (2) » Remove [3x]
  3. Squeeze the tabs at the base of the sunshade (3) to detach it from the roof panel and allow the headliner with the sunshade attached to be lowered.
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 5
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 5
  1. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
  2. Roof Console Opening Trim Plate (1) » Remove
  3. Roof Console Bolt (2) » Remove [2x]
  4. Roof Console (3) » Remove
  5. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 6
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 6
  1. Move the front seat fully forward.
  2. Use a flat bladed plastic tool between the center pillar center trim panel (1) and the center pillar upper trim panel to disengage the upper retaining clips (2).
  3. Pull from both sides of the center pillar center trim panel (1) to release the middle and lower retaining clips (2).
  4. Center Pillar Center Trim Panel - Right Side (1) » Remove
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 7
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 7
  1. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Bolt Cap - Right Side (1) » Remove
  2. Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Bolt - Right Side  (2) » Remove
  3. Pull the trim panel (3) toward the inside of the vehicle to disengage the retaining clips.
  4. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel - Right Side (3) » Reposition
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 8
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 8
  1. Lower the right front section of the headlining trim panel (1).
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 9
Communication Interface Module Microphone Replacement — figure 9
  1. Remove excess glue and material from the communication interface module microphone harness and re-tape areas where the tape was removed or damaged.

  2. Disconnect the electrical connector.

  3. Release the retaining tabs and remove the communication interface module microphone bezel plate (1).

  4. Release the retaining tabs and remove the communication interface module microphone (2). Installation Procedure

  5. Communication Interface Module Microphone (2) » Install

  6. Communication Interface Module Microphone Bezel Plate (1) » Install

  7. Secure the retaining tabs.

  8. Connect the electrical connector.

  9. Use hot melt adhesive to install the communication interface module microphone harness. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

  10. Apply insulator tape over glued locations to prevent squeaks and rattles as needed.

  11. Headlining Trim Panel (1) » Install

  1. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel - Right Side (3) » Install
  1. Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Bolt - Right Side  (2) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications
  2. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Bolt Cap - Right Side (1) » Install
  1. Align 6 retaining clips (2) with the upper and lower trim panels.

  2. Center Pillar Center Trim Panel - Right Side (1) » Install

  3. Connect the electrical connectors.

  4. Roof Console (3) » Install

  5. Roof Console Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

  6. Roof Console Opening Trim Plate (1) » Install

  7. Sunshade Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [3x] — Fastener Specifications

  8. Sunshade Retainer Bolt Cover (1) » Install

  9. Roof Rail Assist Handle (2) » Install

  10. Roof Rail Assist Handle Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

  11. Windshield Garnish Molding - Right Side (3) » Install

  12. Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

  13. Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Cover (1) » Install [2x]

  14. Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.

  15. Sunshade Support Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

  16. Close the sunshade support bolt access cover.

  17. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling