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Removal [09/2015 - ]: Procedure

  1. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT MAT SUB-ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

  2. REMOVE BATTERY SERVICE HOLE COVER LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4

  3. PRECAUTION 
    NOTE:

    After turning the power switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal notices before proceeding with work (Refer to PRECAUTION [09/2015 - ] ).

  4. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL 
    1. Disable the AUTO TILT AWAY function by changing the customize parameter (Refer to CUSTOMIZE PARAMETERS [09/2015 - ] ).
      NOTE:

      Record the current customize parameter setting (whether the AUTO TILT AWAY function is enabled or disabled) in order to restore the current setting after finishing the operation.

      HINT: 

      Performing the above operation causes the AUTO TILT AWAY function to be disabled when the power switch is OFF.

    2. Turn the power switch ON (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column assembly.
    3. Turn the power switch OFF and disconnect the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.
      NOTE:

      When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (Refer to INITIALIZATION [09/2015 - ] ).

  5. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY 

    (Refer to REMOVAL [09/2015 - ] )

  6. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER (w/o Driver Monitor Camera) 
    1. Remove the 3 screws.
      GTY396497Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Detach the 2 claws to remove the steering column cover lower.
      NOTE:

      Do not damage the tilt and telescopic switch.

    3. Detach the 4 clips.
    4. Detach the claw to remove the upper steering column cover.
      GTY396498Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  7. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER (w/ Driver Monitor Camera) 
    1. Remove the 3 screws.
      GTY396499Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Detach the 2 claws to remove the lower steering column cover.
      NOTE:

      Do not damage the tilt and telescopic switch.

    3. Detach the 4 clips.
    4. Detach the claw and remove the upper steering column cover.
      GTY416181Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      NOTE:

      Do not damage the tilt and telescopic switch.

    5. Disconnect the driver monitor connector.
  8. REMOVE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disconnect the connectors from the turn signal switch with spiral cable.
    2. Using pliers, grip the claws of the clamp and remove the turn signal switch with spiral cable from the steering column.
      GTY396493Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  9. REMOVE NO. 1 LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY 

    (Refer to REMOVAL [09/2015 - ] )

  10. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Detach the 2 claws and remove the wiring harness protector.
    2. Remove the bolt, and detach the 2 claws and air duct.
      GTY396482Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  11. REMOVE NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY 
    1. Put matchmarks on the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft and the steering column.
      GTY678829Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *a Matchmark
    2. Remove the bolt.
    3. Put matchmarks on the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft and the steering link.
      GTY657075Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *a Matchmark
    4. Remove the bolt.
    5. Remove the clamp and No. 2 steering intermediate shaft.
      GTY144143Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  12. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (TILT STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY WITH MOTOR) 
    1. Disconnect the connectors and wire harness clamps from the steering column.
    2. Remove the 4 nuts and steering column.
      GTY396504Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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