PILLAR SPEAKER REMOVAL

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.


  1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    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

    • When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

  2. REMOVE FRONT NO. 1 ASSIST GRIP PLUG LH

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    *1 Protective Tape

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure for the other front No. 1 assist grip plug.


    1. Using a screwdriver, detach the 2 claws and remove the front No. 1 assist grip plug.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

  3. REMOVE NO. 1 ASSIST GRIP

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    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure for the other No. 1 assist grip.


    1. Remove the 2 bolts.

    2. Detach the 2 claws and remove the No. 1 assist grip.

  4. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH

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    1. Detach the 3 guides and remove the front pillar garnish.

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      *1 Curtain Shield Airbag Assembly
      *2 Adhesive Tape
      *3 Protective Cover

      w/ Curtain Shield Airbag:

      Protect the curtain shield airbag assembly.


      1. Completely cover the airbag with a cloth or nylon sheet and secure the ends of the cover with adhesive tape as shown in the illustration.

        Note

        Cover the curtain shield airbag with a protective cover as soon as the front pillar garnish is removed.

  5. REMOVE FRONT NO. 3 SPEAKER ASSEMBLY


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      Disconnect the connector.

    2. Detach the clip and claw and remove the front No. 3 speaker.