Real Time AWD Control Unit Removal and Installation: Installation

Real Time AWD Control Unit
1. Install the real time AWD control unit (A).
2. Align the connecting surface of the connector (B).
3. pulling up the lever (C) of the connector, then confirm the connector is fully seated.
  
  Fig 1: Real Time AWD Control Unit, Connector And Lever With Torque Specifications
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Left Rear Side Trim Panel
1. Install the left rear side trim panel (A). Make sure the hooks (B), the tabs (C), and the clips (D, E) snap into place securely.
2. Install the clips (F, G).
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Left Rear Side Trim Panel, Tab, Hook And Clip
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3. Install the tie-down hook (A).
  
  Fig 3: Tie-Down Hook With Torque Specifications
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4. Install the trunk hook (A).
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Trunk Hook
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5. Install the screws, then install the left rear seat release lever cap (A).
  
  Fig 5: Identifying Left Rear Seat Lever Cap And Screws
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Rear Trim Panel
1. Install the rear trim panel (A). Make sure the clips (B, C), the hooks (D), and the tabs (E) snap into place securely.
2. Install the clips (F).
  
  Fig 6: Installing Rear Trim Panel
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Tailgate Weatherstrip As Needed
1. Locate the alignment mark (A) of the tailgate weatherstrip (B). Align the alignment mark (C) with the center of the lower area on the tailgate opening, then install the tailgate weatherstrip all the way around.
  
  Fig 7: Identifying Tailgate Weatherstrip With Alignment Mark
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Left Rear Carpet Trim
1. Install the left rear carpet trim (A). Make sure the clips and the hooks (B) snap into place securely.
2. Install the rear seat-back cover (C). Make sure the clips (D) snap into place securely.
  
  Fig 8: Identifying Left Rear Carpet Trim And Hooks
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  Fig 9: Installing Rear Seat-Back Cover
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Left Rear Damper Maintenance Cover
1. Install the rear damper maintenance cover (A). Make sure the hooks (B) snap into place securely.
  
  Fig 10: Identifying Rear Damper Maintenance Cover And Hooks
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Rear Door Opening Seal As Needed
1. Install the rear door opening seal (A). Make sure the seal is installed securely into the hooks (B).
  
  Fig 11: Identifying Rear Door Opening Seal And Hooks
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Left Rear Door Sill Trim
1. Lift up and latch the left rear seat back in the up right position.
2. Install the left rear door inner sill trim (A). Make sure the clips (B, C), the hooks (D), and the tab (E) snap into place securely.
  
  Fig 12: Installing Left Rear Door Inner Sill Trim
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Cargo Floor Cover
1. Install the cargo floor cover (A).
  
  Fig 13: Installing Cargo Floor Cover
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Tonneau Cover (For Some Models)
1. Install the tonneau cover (A).
  
  Fig 14: Installing Tonneau Cover
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HDS DLC - Connection
1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle. If it does not communicate, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting.
  
  Fig 15: Identifying Data Link Connector
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Real Time AWD Control Unit Initialization
1. Select the ADJUSTMENT in the REAL TIME AWD SYSTEM with the HDS.
2. Select the ECU REPLACEMENT in the ADJUSTMENT with the HDS.
  NOTE: See the HDS Help menu for specific instructions.