4WD CONTROL ECU REMOVAL


  1. PRECAUTION

    Note

    After turning the engine switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (- ) battery terminal notice before proceeding with work Click here.

  2. 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.

  3. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY RH (for LHD)


    1. A01EP7O

      Detach the 9 claws and remove the panel pad.

  4. REMOVE INNER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACKET COVER RH (for LHD)


    1. A01EO0O

      Detach the clip and remove the cover.

  5. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY RH (for RHD)


    1. A01EO0Q

      Detach the 8 claws.

    2. Disconnect the connector and remove the panel pad.

  6. REMOVE INNER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACKET COVER RH (for RHD)


    1. A01ER40

      Remove the clip.

    2. Detach the clip and remove the cover.

  7. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

  8. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (for LHD)


    1. A01ESEG

      Detach the 4 claws.

    2. Remove the under cover and disconnect the connector.

  9. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (for RHD)


    1. A01ERF3

      Remove the 2 screws.

    2. Detach the 3 claws.

    3. Remove the under cover and disconnect the connectors.

  10. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD RH


    1. A01ENCL

      Remove the cap nut.

    2. Detach the 2 clips and remove the trim board.

  11. REMOVE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for LHD)


    1. A01ERFH

      Remove the 4 bolts.

    2. Detach the 4 claws and remove the front passenger side knee airbag.

    3. Disconnect the connector.

      Note

      When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

  12. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL BOX DOOR KNOB (for LHD)


    1. A01EP2N

      Using a moulding remover, detach the 2 claws and remove the knob.

  13. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL (for LHD)


    1. A01EPKU

      Remove the 4 bolts.

    2. Detach the 4 claws.

    3. Remove the finish panel and then disconnect the connector.

  14. REMOVE NO. 1 SWITCH HOLE BASE (for RHD)


    1. A01EQ09

      Detach the 5 claws.

    2. Disconnect the connectors and remove the switch hole base.

  15. REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL (for RHD)


    1. A01EOMY

      Using a screwdriver, detach the 2 claws and open the hole cover.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

    2. A01EOJD

      Remove the 2 bolts.

    3. A01EQBC

      Detach the 16 claws.

    4. A01EN2R

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the sensor.

    5. A01EQEE

      Detach the 2 claws and disconnect the 2 control cables.

    6. Remove the finish panel and then disconnect the connectors.

  16. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for RHD)


    1. A01ESFQ

      Remove the 5 bolts and driver side knee airbag.

    2. Disconnect the connector.

      Note

      When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

  17. REMOVE 4WD CONTROL ECU


    1. A01EPTR

      Disconnect the 2 ECU connectors.

    2. Remove the bolt and ECU.