Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
- Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - WINDSHIELD PILL .
- Remove the upper trim pad. Refer to TRIM PAD REPLACEMENT - IP UPPER .
- Disconnect the red 32-way electrical connectors and the blue 32-way electrical connector.
- Disconnect the global position system (GPS) cables (1) from the VIU.
Important: Do NOT remove the VIU/VCU bolts from the bracket.
- Loosen the 4 bolts and release the hook tab by rotating the module upwards in order to remove the VIU from the bracket.
- The old VIU must be returned for core credit.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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