Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
The following procedure is for the LH side.
PRECAUTION
Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing (Click here).
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (Click here).
REMOVE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY (for ALPHARD)
Refer to the instructions for Removal of the headlight assembly (Click here).
REMOVE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY (for VELLFIRE)
Refer to the instructions for Removal of the headlight assembly (Click here).
REMOVE FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR
Check that the engine switch is off.
Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal.
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
Disconnect the connector from the front airbag sensor.
When disconnecting the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
Push down the white housing lock and slide the yellow CPA. (At this time, the connector cannot be disconnected yet.)
Push down the white housing lock again and disconnect the connector.
Do not push down part A shown in the illustration when disconnecting.
After disconnecting the connector, check that the position of the white housing lock is correct as shown in the illustration.
Remove the bolt and front airbag sensor from the body.
Loosen the bolt while holding the front airbag sensor because the front airbag sensor pin (stopper) is easily damaged.