CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Tech Tips
Use the same procedures for the RHD and LHD.
The procedures listed below are for the LHD.
PROCEDURE
REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
Note
After turning the engine 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.
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.
REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL LH (for LHD)
REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL RH (for RHD)
REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL ORNAMENT
REMOVE SWITCH BASE HOLE COVER
Detach the claw and remove the cover from the No. 1 instrument panel safety pad.
Tech Tips
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY
REMOVE ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE SWITCH ASSEMBLY
Disconnect the connector.
Remove the 3 screws and bracket from the No. 1 instrument panel safety pad.
Remove the switch from the No. 1 instrument panel safety pad.