1. Phillips Head Screwdriver
2. Flathead Screwdriver
3. New Dimmer Switch
Instructions:
1. Turn Off the Power. Before starting any electrical work, make sure to disconnect the battery to prevent any accidental shocks.
2. Remove the Center Console. To do this, unscrew the two screws at the front of the console, and then pull it straight up.
3. Remove the Climate Control Panel. There are two screws at the top of the panel that need to be removed. Once the screws are out, gently pry the panel off.
4. Disconnect the Wiring Harness. There is a wiring harness that connects the climate control panel to the rest of the car. Disconnect this wiring harness by gently prying it apart.
5. Locate the Dimmer Switch. The dimmer switch is located on the left side of the climate control panel.
6. Remove the Dimmer Switch. There is a single screw that holds the dimmer switch in place. Remove this screw and the dimmer switch will come out.
7. Install the New Dimmer Switch. Simply insert the new dimmer switch into the hole and secure it with the screw.
8. Reconnect the Wiring Harness. Reconnect the wiring harness to the climate control panel.
9. Replace the Climate Control Panel. Gently snap the climate control panel back into place, being careful not to damage any of the buttons.
10. Replace the Center Console. Screw the two screws at the front of the center console to secure it in place.
11. Turn the Power Back On. Reconnect the battery, turn on the ignition, and test the new dimmer switch.
