COMBINATION METER REMOVAL


  1. PRECAUTION

    Note

    After turning the ignition 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 notices before proceeding with work Click here.

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column)

    Note

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

  3. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)


    1. Disable the auto away/return function by changing the customize parameter Click here.

      Note

      Record the current customize parameter setting (whether the auto away/return function is enabled or disabled) in order to restore the current setting after finishing this operation.

      Tech Tips

      Performing the above operation disables the auto away/return function when the ignition switch is turned off.

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

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

      Note

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

  4. DISCONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP


    1. A01ET1F

      Disconnect the front door opening trim weatherstrip LH.

  5. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL


    1. A01EWTC

      Using a moulding remover, disengage the 4 claws as shown in the illustration.

    2. A01EW81

      Disengage the 3 guides and remove the instrument side panel LH as shown in the illustration.

  6. REMOVE UPPER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL (for RHD)


    1. A01EYL2

      Disengage the 2 claws and 4 clips to remove the upper instrument panel finish panel as shown in the illustration.

    2. w/ Smart Entry and Start System:


      1. Disconnect the connector.

  7. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EVO4

      Disengage the 4 clips to remove the No. 1 instrument panel register assembly as shown in the illustration.

  8. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL ASSEMBLY


    1. for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column:


      1. Operate the tilt and telescopic lever to fully extend and lower the steering column assembly.

    2. A01ETIQ

      Using a moulding remover, disengage the 4 clips and 2 guides.

    3. for LHD:


      1. A01EXO3

        Disengage the 3 claws, 7 clips and 4 guides.

    4. for RHD:


      1. A01EUS4

        Disengage the 4 claws, 5 clips and 4 guides as shown in the illustration.

    5. Disconnect each connector.

    6. A01ESV8

      Remove the instrument cluster finish panel assembly as shown in the illustration.

  9. REMOVE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EWYA

      Remove the 4 screws.

    2. A01EV2X

      Disengage the wire harness clamp.

    3. Disconnect the 2 connectors to remove the combination meter assembly.