INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD REMOVAL


  1. TABLE OF BOLT, SCREW AND NUT

    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.

    A01EQGRE01

  2. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH


    1. Remove the 7 clips and engine room side cover LH.

      A01EN5SE01

  3. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER RH


    1. Remove the 7 clips and engine room side cover RH.

      A01EPFTE01

  4. REMOVE UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT SEAL


    1. A01ENLH

      Remove the 3 clips and upper radiator support seal.

  5. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM (w/ Cool Box)


    1. Start the engine.

    2. Turn the A/C switch on.

    3. Operate the cooler compressor while the engine speed is approximately 1000 rpm for 5 to 6 minutes to circulate the refrigerant and collect the compressor oil remaining in each component into the cooler compressor.

    4. Stop the engine.

    5. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system using a refrigerant recovery unit.

  6. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL


    1. 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 engine switch is turned off.

    2. Turn the engine switch on (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column.

    3. Turn the engine switch off and disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

      CAUTION:

      Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

      Note


      • w/ Navigation System:

        After the engine switch is turned off, the HDD navigation system requires approximately 6 minutes to record various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, wait 6 minutes or more before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

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

  7. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    1. A01EOLU

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.

  8. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    1. A01ES8Q

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.

  9. REMOVE STEERING PAD


    1. A01ER4PE01

      Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, loosen the 2 screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.

    2. A01EQYD

      Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel, as shown in the illustration. Then support the steering pad with one hand.

      Note

      When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.

    3. Disconnect the horn connector.

    4. Disconnect the 2 connectors and remove the steering pad.

      Note

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

  10. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY


    1. w/ Shift Paddle Switch:

      Remove the steering wheel assembly Click here.

    2. w/o Shift Paddle Switch:

      Remove the steering wheel assembly Click here.

  11. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER

    A01ERJD

    1. Remove the 3 screws.

    2. Detach the 2 claws to remove the lower steering column cover.

      Note

      Do not damage the tilt and telescopic switch.

  12. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER

    A01ERUT

    1. Detach the 4 clips.

    2. Detach the claw to remove the upper steering column cover.

  13. REMOVE TILT AND TELESCOPIC SWITCH

    A01EQZA

    1. Disconnect the switch connector.

    2. Using a screwdriver, detach the claw and pull out the switch.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

      Note

      Pushing on the claw too hard will break the claw.

  14. REMOVE COMBINATION SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY

    A01EN6M

    1. Disconnect the 5 connectors from the turn signal switch with spiral cable.

    2. A01ERQSE01

      Using pliers, grip the claws of the clamp and remove the turn signal switch with spiral cable from the steering column.

  15. REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY LH


    1. Remove the front seat assembly LH Click here.

  16. REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY RH


    1. Remove the front seat assembly RH Click here.

  17. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01EO0Q

      Detach the 8 claws.

    2. Disconnect the connector and remove the panel pad.

  18. REMOVE INNER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACKET COVER LH


    1. A01ER40

      Remove the clip.

    2. Detach the clip and remove the cover.

  19. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY RH


    1. A01EP7O

      Detach the 9 claws and remove the panel pad.

  20. REMOVE INNER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACKET COVER RH


    1. A01EO0O

      Detach the clip and remove the cover.

  21. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01ENTE

      Twist the shift lever knob in the direction indicated by the arrow and remove it.

  22. REMOVE LOWER CENTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EQSF

      Detach the 8 claws.

    2. Disconnect the connectors and remove the panel.

  23. REMOVE PARKING BRAKE HOLE COVER


    1. A01EOWR

      Detach the 6 claws and remove the cover.

  24. REMOVE CONSOLE CUP HOLDER BOX SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EPMF

      Detach the 4 claws and remove the box.

  25. REMOVE UPPER CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01ENG7

      Detach the 13 claws.

    2. Disconnect the connectors and remove the console panel.

  26. REMOVE NO. 1 COOLER COVER (w/ Cool Box)


    1. A01ENGO

      Detach the clamp on the lower part of the cooler cover, and then pull the cooler cover upward to remove it.

  27. REMOVE REAR CONSOLE END PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY

    A01ESG6E01

    1. Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.

    2. Using a moulding remover, detach the 6 claws.

    3. Remove the end panel and disconnect the connectors and 3 clamps.

  28. REMOVE REAR CONSOLE BOX SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/o Cool Box)

    A01EORS

    1. Remove the 4 bolts and 2 screws.

    2. Detach the 2 claws and remove the console box.

  29. REMOVE COOLING BOX ASSEMBLY (w/ Cool Box)

    A01EPBK

    1. Remove the 4 bolts and 2 screws.

    2. Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the 2 cooler pipes.

    3. Remove the 2 O-rings from the cooler pipes.

    4. Disconnect the connector.

    5. Detach the 2 claws and remove the cooling box.

  30. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL LH


    1. A01EN4GE01

      Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.

    2. Using a moulding remover, detach the 6 claws and remove the side panel.

  31. REMOVE NO. 1 SWITCH HOLE BASE


    1. A01EQ09

      Detach the 5 claws.

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

  32. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EQ6K

      Detach the 4 claws.

    2. Disconnect the connectors and remove the finish panel.

  33. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSEMBLY


    1. A01ERR3

      Detach the 4 claws and remove the register.

  34. REMOVE NO. 3 INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSEMBLY


    1. A01ER8Q

      Detach the 5 claws and remove the register.

  35. REMOVE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY

    A01EQNI

    1. Remove the 2 screws.

    2. Detach the 2 clips.

    3. Disconnect the connector and remove the combination meter.

  36. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

    A01EQ14

    1. w/o Illumination:


      1. Detach the 7 claws and 4 clips, and remove the scuff plate.

    2. A01EOWQ

      w/ Illumination:


      1. Detach the 7 claws and 4 clips.

      2. Disconnect the connector and remove the scuff plate.

  37. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01ERF3

      Remove the 2 screws.

    2. Detach the 3 claws.

    3. Remove the under cover and disconnect the connectors.

  38. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH


    1. A01EQ1Q

      Remove the cap nut.

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

  39. REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL


    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.

  40. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL BOX ASSEMBLY


    1. A01ENPQ

      Detach the 5 claws.

    2. Remove the box and then disconnect the connectors.

  41. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY


    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.

  42. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL RH

    A01ENX0E01

    1. w/o Airbag Cut Off Switch:


      1. Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.

      2. Using a moulding remover, detach the 6 claws and remove the side panel.

    2. w/ Airbag Cut Off Switch:


      1. Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.

      2. Using a moulding remover, detach the 6 claws.

      3. Remove the side panel and disconnect the connector.

  43. REMOVE NO. 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EN5R

      Detach the 5 claws and remove the register.

  44. REMOVE NO. 3 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH


    1. A01ER0A

      Detach the 11 claws and remove the register assembly.

    2. A01ESAL

      Detach the 4 claws and remove the panel garnish.

  45. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

  46. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01ESEG

      Detach the 4 claws.

    2. Remove the under cover and disconnect the connector.

  47. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD RH


    1. A01ENCL

      Remove the cap nut.

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

  48. REMOVE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY


    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.

  49. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL BOX DOOR KNOB


    1. A01EP2N

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

  50. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL


    1. A01EPKU

      Remove the 4 bolts.

    2. Detach the 4 claws.

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

  51. REMOVE FRONT ASSIST GRIP SUB-ASSEMBLY

    A01EPTJ

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure to remove the front assist grip on the other side.


    1. Detach the 4 claws and remove the 2 assist grip plugs.

    2. A01EQ8Y

      Remove the 2 bolts.

    3. Detach the 2 claws and remove the front assist grip.

  52. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH

    A01ENLZ

    1. Detach the clip and 3 guides.

    2. Disconnect the speaker connector and then remove the front pillar garnish.

    3. A01EO6AE01

      Protect the curtain shield airbag.


      1. Thoroughly cover the airbag with a cloth or nylon sheet and fix 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.

  53. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

  54. REMOVE NO. 1 SPEAKER OPENING COVER ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EQBQ

      Detach the 7 clips and remove the opening cover.

  55. REMOVE FRONT NO. 4 SPEAKER ASSEMBLY


    1. Remove the 2 bolts.

    2. Remove the speaker and disconnect the speaker connector.

      Note

      Do not touch the cone part of the speaker.

      A01ES23E01

  56. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL SPEAKER PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EQWI

      Detach the claw and clip on the near side. Then, raise the panel towards the front of the vehicle in the direction of the arrow and detach the 2 claws to remove the panel.

  57. REMOVE FRONT NO. 2 SPEAKER ASSEMBLY (LH Side)


    1. Remove the 2 bolts.

    2. Remove the speaker and disconnect the speaker connector.

      Note

      Do not touch the cone part of the speaker.

      A01EPM0E01

  58. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL SPEAKER PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EQWI

      Detach the claw and clip on the near side. Then, raise the panel towards the front of the vehicle in the direction of the arrow and detach the 2 claws to remove the panel.

  59. REMOVE FRONT NO. 2 SPEAKER ASSEMBLY (RH Side)


    1. Remove the 2 bolts.

    2. Remove the speaker and disconnect the speaker connector.

      Note

      Do not touch the cone part of the speaker.

      A01EPM0E01

  60. REMOVE MULTI-DISPLAY ASSEMBLY WITH BRACKET (w/ Navigation System)


    1. A01EQ6O

      Remove the 2 screws and 2 bolts.

    2. A01EQJV

      Pull the radio receiver to detach the 2 claws and 4 clips on the backside of the display.

    3. Disconnect the connectors and remove the display.

  61. REMOVE MULTI-DISPLAY ASSEMBLY WITH BRACKET (w/o Navigation System)


    1. A01EQ6O

      Remove the 2 screws and 2 bolts.

    2. A01EQJV

      Pull the multi-display assembly with bracket to detach the 2 claws and 4 clips on the backside of the multi-display assembly.

    3. Disconnect the connectors and remove the multi-display assembly.

  62. REMOVE MULTI-MEDIA MODULE RECEIVER ASSEMBLY WITH BRACKET


    1. A01ENX6

      Remove the 2 screws and 2 bolts.

    2. A01ER3I

      Pull the multi-media module receiver assembly to detach the 7 claws on the backside of the multi-media module receiver assembly with bracket.

    3. Disconnect the connectors and remove the multi-media module receiver assembly.

  63. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MOULDING


    1. A01EOWA

      Remove the 2 screws.

    2. Detach the 3 claws and remove the moulding.

  64. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 AIR DUCT


    1. A01EREF

      Fold back the front floor carpet.

    2. Detach the clip and remove the air duct.

  65. REMOVE REAR NO. 4 AIR DUCT


    1. A01EPWT

      Fold back the front floor carpet.

    2. Detach the clip and remove the air duct.

  66. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD ASSEMBLY (for LHD)


    1. Disconnect the connectors.

      A01ENNYE01

    2. Disconnect the connectors and clamps.

      A01ENWD

    3. Remove the bolt and disconnect the wire harness.

    4. Remove the 2 passenger airbag bolts.

      A01ER5R

    5. Remove the bolt.

    6. Disconnect the connectors.

    7. Remove the 8 bolts.

    8. Remove the 2 nuts and safety pad.

  67. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD ASSEMBLY (for RHD)


    1. Disconnect the connectors.

      A01EQWAE01

    2. Disconnect the connectors and clamps.

      A01EOSQ

    3. Remove the bolt and disconnect the wire harness.

    4. Remove the 2 passenger airbag bolts.

      A01EP0P

    5. Remove the bolt.

    6. Disconnect the connectors.

    7. Remove the 8 bolts.

    8. Remove the 2 nuts and safety pad.