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.
VSC Off Switch: Removal: Removal
- PRECAUTION (w/ Navigation System for HDD) NOTE:
After the engine switch is turned off, the display and navigation module display (HDD navigation system) records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, make sure to wait at least 60 seconds before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
- DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
- REMOVE DOOR SCUFF PLATE ASSEMBLY LH . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 2
- REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM COVER LH . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 3
- REMOVE SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL LH . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 30
- REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 32
- REMOVE VSC OFF SWITCH
- Disengage the 4 claws and remove the VSC OFF switch with the switch base.
- Disengage the 2 claws and remove the VSC OFF switch from the switch base.
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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.