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 ().

2. 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 ().

3. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL RH (w/o Airbag Cut Off Switch)

Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.

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

4. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL RH (w/ Airbag Cut Off Switch)

Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.

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Using a moulding remover, detach the 6 claws.

Disconnect the connector and remove the instrument side panel.

5. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Floor Under Cover)

Detach the 4 claws and remove the No. 2 instrument panel under cover.

6. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH

7. REMOVE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (w/ Passenger Side Knee Airbag)

Remove the 4 bolts.

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

Disconnect the connector.

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

8. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL (w/o Passenger Side Knee Airbag)

Remove the 2 bolts.

Detach the 4 claws and remove the lower instrument panel.

9. REMOVE NO. 3 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH

Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.

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Using a moulding remover, detach the 6 claws and remove the No. 3 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.

10. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL BOX DOOR KNOB

Using a moulding remover, detach the 2 claws and remove the instrument panel box door knob.

11. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL

Remove the 4 bolts.

Detach the 3 claws.

Disconnect the connector and remove the lower No. 2 instrument panel finish panel.

12. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER ECU

Disconnect the 2 connectors.

Remove the bolt and windshield wiper ECU.