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REMOVE CONSOLE UPPER REAR PANEL SUB-ASSY (SEE REPLACEMENT )
REMOVE CONSOLE BOX CARPET
REMOVE REAR CONSOLE ARMREST ASSY (SEE REPLACEMENT )
REMOVE YAWRATE SENSOR
1. Disconnect the yawrate sensor connector.
  
  Fig 1: Disconnecting Yawrate Sensor Connector
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2. Remove the 2 nuts and yawrate sensor
  
  Fig 2: Removing Nuts Yawrate Sensor
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INSTALL YAWRATE SENSOR
1. Install the yawrate sensor with 2 nuts.
  Torque: 12.5 N.m (127.5 kgf.cm, 9 ft.lbf)
  
  Fig 3: Installing Yawrate Sensor Nuts
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2. Connect the yawrate sensor connector.
  
  Fig 4: Connecting Yawrate Sensor Connector
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INSTALL REAR CONSOLE ARMREST ASSY (SEE REPLACEMENT )
INSTALL CONSOLE BOX CARPET
INSTALL CONSOLE UPPER REAR PANEL SUB-ASSY (SEE REPLACEMENT )
PERFORM YAWRATE SENSOR ZERO POINT CALIBRATION (SEE CALIBRATION )

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.

Safety Warning

YAWRATE Sensor: Replacement

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

When to See a Mechanic

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