LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL REMOVAL

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for RHD and LHD vehicles.

  • The procedure listed below is for LHD vehicles.


  1. TABLE OF BOLT, SCREW AND BOLT

    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.

    A00OTW3E01

  2. DISABLE AUTOAWAY/RETURN FUNCTION (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)


    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 ignition switch is turned off.

    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON. Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column.

    3. Turn the ignition switch off.

  3. PRECAUTION

    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.

  4. 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.

  5. REMOVE UPPER INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Remove the upper instrument panel sub-assembly Click here.

  6. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY


    1. Remove the steering wheel assembly Click here.

  7. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column)

    Note

    Removing the steering column cover in an incorrect order will cause the steering column cover to break.


    1. A00OTEU

      Push the right and left sides of the lower steering column cover and detach the 4 claws.

    2. A00OW12

      Insert fingers into the opening of the tilt lever of the lower steering column cover to detach the claw.

      Tech Tips

      Spread the claw to detach it.

    3. A00OQY0

      Turn the lower steering column cover to detach the 2 claws and remove the lower steering column cover as shown in the illustration.

  8. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column)

    Note

    Removing the steering column cover in an incorrect order will cause the steering column cover to break.


    1. A00OQOU

      Detach the claw and 2 pins, and remove the upper steering column cover.

  9. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING COLUMN COVER (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)

    A010OGG

    1. Detach the 4 claws and remove the lower No. 2 steering column cover.

  10. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)

    Note

    Removing the steering column cover in an incorrect order will cause the steering column cover to break.


    1. A010SPG

      Push the right and left sides of the lower steering column cover and detach the 4 claws.

    2. A010OR4

      Insert fingers into the service hole of the lower steering column cover to detach the claw.

      Tech Tips

      Spread the claw to detach it.

    3. A010SES

      Turn the lower steering column cover to detach the 2 claws and remove the lower steering column cover as shown in the illustration.

  11. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)

    Note

    Removing the steering column cover in an incorrect order will cause the steering column cover to break.


    1. A010R4Z

      Detach the claw and 2 pins, and remove the upper steering column cover.

  12. REMOVE TILT AND TELESCOPIC SWITCH (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)

    A006WII

    1. Disconnect the switch connector.

    2. Using a screwdriver, detach the claw and remove the switch.

      Note

      Pushing on the claw too hard will break the claw.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

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


    1. Disconnect the connectors from the combination switch assembly with spiral cable sub-assembly.

    2. A010QHCE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Clamp
      *2 Claw

      Use pliers to hold the clamp and raise the claw with a screwdriver. Remove the combination switch assembly with spiral cable sub-assembly from the steering column assembly.

  14. REMOVE STEREO OPENING COVER WITH BRACKET (w/o Audio)


    1. A00OQO6

      Remove the 4 screws and cover with bracket.

  15. REMOVE RADIO RECEIVER ASSEMBLY WITH BRACKET (w/ Audio)


    1. for Radio Receiver Type:

      Remove the radio receiver assembly Click here.

    2. for Radio and Display Type:

      Remove the radio receiver assembly Click here.

  16. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)


    1. A010Q2K

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

  17. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transaxle)


    1. A010OCE

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

  18. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)


    1. A010Q3P

      Detach the cover.

    2. A010RBQ

      Using a moulding remover B, detach the 2 claws.

    3. Detach the 6 clips and remove the console panel.

  19. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transaxle)


    1. A010N3B

      Using a moulding remover B, detach the 2 claws.

    2. Detach the 6 clips.

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

  20. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL


    1. A010PX0

      Using a moulding remover B, detach the 2 clips.

    2. A010S1UE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 w/ Seat Heater System

      Remove the finish panel and then disconnect the connectors.

  21. REMOVE REAR CONSOLE BOX CUP HOLDER


    1. Remove the cup holder.

  22. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX CARPET


    1. Remove the 2 carpets.

  23. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY


    1. for Manual Transaxle:

      Remove the 2 screws.

    2. for Automatic Transaxle

      Remove the 4 screws.

    3. Disconnect the connectors.

    4. Remove the 4 bolts and console box.

      A010NAHE05

  24. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING CONTROL ASSEMBLY

    A010QG3

    1. Using a moulding remover, detach the 4 clips.

    2. Disconnect the connector and remove the air conditioning control.

  25. REMOVE NO. 1 SWITCH HOLE BASE (for LHD)


    1. A00OVX0

      Using a moulding remover B, detach the 2 claws and 4 clips.

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

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


    1. Using a moulding remover B, detach the 3 claws and 4 clips.

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

      A00OUMUE01

  27. REMOVE COIN BOX ASSEMBLY


    1. A00OVGF

      Slightly bend the upper part of the coin box to release the 2 stoppers and open the coin box until it is horizontal.

    2. A00OTI6

      Pull the coin box toward the rear of the vehicle to detach the 2 hinges and remove the coin box.

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


    1. A00OVEV

      Remove the 2 screws <A>.

    2. Detach the claw.

    3. A00OV6B

      Disconnect the connectors.

    4. Detach the guide and remove the under cover.

  29. REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY


    1. A00ORW6

      Remove the 4 bolts.

    2. Detach the 7 claws and remove the instrument panel airbag.

    3. Detach the 2 claws and disconnect the DLC3.

    4. Disconnect the connector.

      Note

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

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


    1. A00ORR7

      Detach the 3 claws.

    2. A00OVCP

      Disconnect the connector.

    3. Detach the guide and remove the under cover.

  31. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

    A010S4G

    1. Detach the 8 claws and 2 clips, and remove the front door scuff plate.

  32. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

  33. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH

    A010NBR

    1. Detach the clip, claw and guide, and remove the cowl side trim board.

  34. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

  35. REMOVE GLOVE BOX LIGHT ASSEMBLY


    1. A003EC3

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the glove box light.

    2. Disconnect the connector.

  36. REMOVE ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE SWITCH ASSEMBLY


    1. A010RZDE01

      Remove the 3 bolts and electric parking brake switch.

  37. REMOVE ENGINE SWITCH (for LHD with Entry and Start System)


    1. A00OTZD

      Detach the 2 claws.

    2. Disconnect the connector and remove the switch.

  38. REMOVE CLEARANCE WARNING ECU ASSEMBLY (w/ TOYOTA Parking Assist-sensor System)


    1. A00OVNT

      Disconnect the connector.

    2. A00OSIB

      Remove the bolt and ECU.

  39. REMOVE HEADLIGHT SWIVEL MAIN SWITCH (w/ AFS)


    1. A003BUE

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the switch.

    2. Disconnect the connector.

  40. REMOVE VSC OFF SWITCH


    1. Disconnect the VSC OFF switch connector.

    2. A003DGU

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the VSC OFF switch from the lower instrument panel.

  41. REMOVE FUEL LID OPENER SWITCH


    1. Disconnect the connector.

    2. A003CI3

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the fuel lid opener switch.

  42. REMOVE HOOD LOCK CONTROL LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A00OJGA

      Detach the 3 claws.

    2. Disconnect the hood lock control cable and remove the hood lock lever.

  43. REMOVE COOLER (ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR) THERMISTOR (for Automatic Air Conditioning System)


    1. A00OQZG

      Disconnect the connector and then detach the 2 claws.

    2. Disconnect the hose and remove the thermistor.

  44. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Remove the 2 bolts <B> and 8 screws <C>.

    2. Remove the screw <D>.

    3. Remove the screw.

      A00OR13E01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Bolt <B> *3 Screw <D>
      *2 Screw <C> - -

    4. Remove the 2 bolts.

    5. Detach the 10 clamps.

    6. Detach the claw and remove the instrument panel.

      A00OTJQ