CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Tech Tips
Use the same procedure for RHD and LHD vehicles.
The procedure listed below is for LHD vehicles.
PROCEDURE
TABLE OF BOLT, SCREW AND BOLT
Tech Tips
All bolts, screws and nuts relevant to installing and removing the instrument panel are shown along with their alphabet code in the table below.
DISABLE AUTOAWAY/RETURN FUNCTION (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)
Disable the Autoaway/Return function by changing the customize parameter Click here.
Note
Record the current customize parameter setting (whether the Autoaway/Return function is enabled or disabled) in order to restore the current setting after finishing the operation.
Tech Tips
Performing the above operation causes the Autoaway/Return function to be disabled when the ignition switch is turned off.
Turn the ignition switch to ON. Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column.
Turn the ignition switch off.
PRECAUTION
Note
After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal notice before proceeding with work Click here.
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
Note
When disconnecting the cable some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.
REMOVE UPPER INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY
Remove the upper instrument panel sub-assembly Click here.
REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Remove the steering wheel assembly Click here.
REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column)
REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column)
REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING COLUMN COVER (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)
REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)
REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)
REMOVE TILT AND TELESCOPIC SWITCH (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)
REMOVE COMBINATION SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
REMOVE STEREO OPENING COVER WITH BRACKET (w/o Audio)
Remove the 4 screws and cover with bracket.
REMOVE RADIO RECEIVER ASSEMBLY WITH BRACKET (w/ Audio)
for Radio Receiver Type:
Remove the radio receiver assembly Click here.
for Radio and Display Type:
Remove the radio receiver assembly Click here.
REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)
REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transaxle)
REMOVE REAR UPPER CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)
REMOVE REAR UPPER CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transaxle)
REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL
REMOVE REAR CONSOLE BOX CUP HOLDER
REMOVE CONSOLE BOX CARPET
REMOVE CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY
REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING CONTROL ASSEMBLY
REMOVE NO. 1 SWITCH HOLE BASE (for LHD)
Using a moulding remover B, detach the 2 claws and 4 clips.
Disconnect the connectors and remove the switch hole base.
REMOVE NO. 1 SWITCH HOLE BASE (for RHD)
Using a moulding remover B, detach the 3 claws and 4 clips.
Disconnect the connectors and remove the switch hole base.
| *1 | w/o Entry and Start System: |
| *2 | w/ Entry and Start System: |
REMOVE COIN BOX ASSEMBLY
Slightly bend the upper part of the coin box to release the 2 stoppers and open the coin box until it is horizontal.
Pull the coin box toward the rear of the vehicle to detach the 2 hinges and remove the coin box.
REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
Remove the 2 screws <A>.
Detach the claw.
Disconnect each connector.
Detach the guide and remove the under cover.
REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
Detach the 3 claws.
Disconnect the connector.
Detach the guide and remove the under cover.
REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH
REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH
REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH
REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD RH
REMOVE GLOVE BOX LIGHT ASSEMBLY
REMOVE ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE SWITCH ASSEMBLY
REMOVE ENGINE SWITCH (for LHD with Entry and Start System)
Detach the 2 claws.
Disconnect the connector and remove the switch.
REMOVE CLEARANCE WARNING ECU ASSEMBLY (w/ TOYOTA Parking Assist-sensor System)
REMOVE HEADLIGHT SWIVEL MAIN SWITCH (w/ AFS)
REMOVE VSC OFF SWITCH
REMOVE FUEL LID OPENER SWITCH
REMOVE HOOD LOCK CONTROL LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
REMOVE COOLER (ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR) THERMISTOR (for Automatic Air Conditioning System)
Disconnect the connector and then detach the 2 claws.
Disconnect the hose and remove the thermistor.
REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY
Remove the 2 bolts <B> and 8 screws <C>.
Remove the screw <D>.
Remove the screw.
| *1 | Bolt <B> | *3 | Screw <D> |
| *2 | Screw <C> | - | - |
Remove the 2 bolts.
Detach the 10 clamps.
Detach the claw and remove the instrument panel.