Tech Tips
Use the same procedure for the RHD and LHD vehicles.
The procedure listed below is for the LHD vehicles.
Note
While the battery is connected, even if the power switch is OFF, the brake control system activates when the brake pedal is depressed or the door courtesy switch turns on. Therefore during servicing of the brake system components, do not operate the brake pedal or open/close the doors while the battery is connected.
REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT MAT SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Spare Tire)
REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY (w/o Spare Tire)
REMOVE DECK TRIM SIDE BOARD LH (w/o Spare Tire)
Detach the 2 clips and remove the deck trim side board LH.
REMOVE BATTERY SERVICE HOLE COVER LH
| *A | for Standard |
| *B | for Ottoman |
| *1 | Fastening Tape |
Detach the clip, fastening tape and remove the battery service hole cover LH.
PRECAUTION
Note
After turning the power switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the auxiliary battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the auxiliary battery terminal notice before proceeding with work Click here.
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM AUXILIARY BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL
Disable the AUTO TILT AWAY function by changing the customize parameter Click here.
Note
Record the current customize parameter setting (whether the AUTO TILT AWAY function is enabled or disabled) in order to restore the current setting after finishing the operation.
Turn the power switch ON (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column.
Turn the power switch OFF and disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
Note
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.
REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY
REMOVE SKID CONTROL BUZZER ASSEMBLY
Note
If the buzzer connector is disconnected with the buzzer installed to the vehicle, the clamp of the buzzer may be damaged. Make sure to remove the buzzer according to the procedures below.
Detach the clamp and disconnect the buzzer from the extension panel.
Disconnect the connector and remove the buzzer.