| Component Location |

| 1. Virtual engine sound system unit | 2. Virtual engine sound speaker |
DescriptionThe VESS (Virtual engine sound system) generates engine sound when you start the hybrid system.This sound is for pedestrians to hear vehicle sound because there is no engine sound in hybrid driving.
DescriptionThe PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) heater is installed at the exit or the backside of the heater core.The PTC heater is an electric heater using a PTC element as an auxiliary heating device that supplements deficiency of interior heat source in highly effective hybrid engine.
Removal1.Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.2.Remove the steering wheel assembly.(Refer to Steering System -"Steering Wheel")3.Remove the steering back cover (A).4.Remove the steering remote control connector (A).5.Remove the steering remote control (A), after loosening the screws.