Removal

HEATING / AIR CONDITIONING: AIR CONDITIONING UNIT: REMOVAL

1. PRECAUTION

Service Precautions

(a) w/ Navigation System for HDD:

NOTICE:
After the engine switch is turned off, the display and navigation module display (HDD navigation system) records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, make sure to wait at least 60 seconds before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal Navigation System (For HDD).

2. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM Service and Repair

3. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS STRAIGHT AHEAD

4. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL RH

5. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

(a) Disable the auto tilt away function by changing the customize parameter Programming and Relearning.

NOTICE:
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 this operation.

HINT
Performing the above operation disables the auto tilt away function when the engine switch is turned off.

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

(c) 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.

NOTICE:
* When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Repair Instruction - Initialization.
* Make sure to select FACE mode before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

6. REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY

(a) for LH Side:

(1) Refer to the procedure for Remove Front Seat Assembly Removal.

(b) for RH Side:

HINT
Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

7. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER Removal

8. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH Removal

9. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL Removal

10. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TOP REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY LH Removal

11. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TOP REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY RH Removal

12. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TO COWL SIDE SEAL LH Removal

13. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TO COWL SIDE SEAL RH Removal

14. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM HEAD CAP Removal

15. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY LH Removal

16. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY RH Removal

17. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal

18. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR AND LINK ASSEMBLY Removal

19. REMOVE OUTER COWL TOP PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal

20. DISCONNECT SUCTION PIPE SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the 6 clamps and separate the engine wire harness.

(b) Remove the bolt and slide the hook connector.

(c) Disconnect the suction pipe assembly.

(d) Remove the O-ring from the suction pipe sub-assembly.

NOTICE:
Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

21. DISCONNECT AIR CONDITIONING TUBE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY

(a) Disconnect the air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.

(b) Remove the O-ring from the air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.

NOTICE:
Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

22. DISCONNECT OUTLET HEATER WATER HOSE

(a) Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip to disconnect the outlet heater water hose.

NOTICE:
* Do not apply excessive force to the outlet heater water hose.
* Prepare a drain pan or cloth in case the coolant leaks.

23. DISCONNECT INLET HEATER WATER HOSE

(a) Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip to disconnect the inlet heater water hose.

NOTICE:
* Do not apply excessive force to the inlet heater water hose.
* Prepare a drain pan or cloth in case the coolant leaks.

24. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER Removal

25. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER Removal

26. REMOVE STEERING PAD Removal

27. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY Removal

28. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER Removal

29. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER Removal

30. REMOVE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal

31. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal

32. REMOVE UPPER CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal

33. REMOVE NO. 2 CONSOLE BOX DUCT Removal

34. REMOVE CONSOLE REAR END PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal

35. REMOVE MULTI-MEDIA INTERFACE ECU ASSEMBLY (w/ USB Audio System) Removal

36. REMOVE REAR CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY Removal

37. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH Removal

38. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH Removal

39. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal

40. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL GARNISH LH Removal

41. REMOVE NO. 1 SWITCH HOLE BASE Removal

42. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal

43. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY Removal

44. REMOVE NO. 4 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal

45. REMOVE BRAKE PEDAL RETURN SPRING Removal

46. REMOVE STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY Removal

47. SEPARATE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER PUSH ROD CLEVIS Removal

48. REMOVE BRAKE PEDAL SUPPORT ASSEMBLY Removal

49. SEPARATE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY Removal

50. REMOVE STEERING POST ASSEMBLY Removal

51. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL HOLE COVER Removal

52. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL HOLE COVER Removal

53. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL Removal

54. REMOVE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY Removal

55. REMOVE CENTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL Removal

56. REMOVE ACCESSORY METER ASSEMBLY (w/o Navigation System) Removal

57. REMOVE MULTI-DISPLAY ASSEMBLY (w/ Navigation System) Removal

58. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL Removal

59. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL Removal

60. REMOVE RADIO RECEIVER ASSEMBLY WITH REGISTER Removal

61. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX Removal

62. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH Removal

63. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSEMBLY RH Removal

64. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal

65. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL GARNISH RH Removal

66. REMOVE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY Removal

67. REMOVE GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR ASSEMBLY Removal

68. REMOVE REMOTE ENGINE STARTER ECU Removal

69. REMOVE GLASS BREAKAGE SENSOR ECU Removal

70. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL LH Removal

71. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH Removal

72. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL RH Removal

73. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH RH Removal

74. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSEMBLY Removal

75. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSEMBLY Removal

76. REMOVE NO. 1 SPEAKER OPENING COVER ASSEMBLY Removal

77. REMOVE FRONT NO. 4 SPEAKER ASSEMBLY Removal

78. REMOVE NO. 1 DEFROSTER NOZZLE GARNISH Removal

79. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY Removal

80. REMOVE NO. 1 CONSOLE BOX DUCT Removal

81. DISCONNECT INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE ASSEMBLY Removal

82. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD ASSEMBLY Removal

83. REMOVE NO. 3 INSTRUMENT PANEL STAY Removal

84. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE JUNCTION BLOCK ASSEMBLY Removal

85. REMOVE POWER STEERING ECU ASSEMBLY Removal

86. REMOVE TURN SIGNAL FLASHER ASSEMBLY Removal

87. REMOVE CLEARANCE WARNING BUZZER Removal

88. REMOVE DISPLAY AND NAVIGATION MODULE DISPLAY WITH BRACKET (w/ Navigation System for HDD) Removal

89. REMOVE ECU INTEGRATION BOX Removal

90. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 AIR DUCT

(a) Disengage the 2 clamps and fastener.

(b) Disengage the claw and turn back the floor carpet as shown in the illustration.

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(d) Disengage the claw and remove the rear No. 2 air duct.

91. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 AIR DUCT

(a) Disengage the clamp.

(b) Disengage the 2 claws and remove the rear No. 1 air duct.

92. REMOVE FRONT FLOOR CAUTION PLATE COVER (for TMC Made)

(a) Disengage the claw.

(b) Disengage the guide and remove the frame number cover as shown in the illustration.

93. REMOVE REAR NO. 4 AIR DUCT

(a) Disengage the 2 clamps and fastener.

(b) Disengage the claw and turn back the floor carpet as shown in the illustration.

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(d) Disengage the claw and remove the rear No. 4 air duct.

94. REMOVE REAR NO. 3 AIR DUCT

(a) Disengage the 2 claws and remove the rear No. 3 air duct.

95. REMOVE CENTER HEATER TO REGISTER SUB DUCT

(a) Remove the 3 clips and center heater to register sub duct.

96. REMOVE NO. 5 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACKET (w/o Navigation System for HDD)

(a) Remove the 2 No. 5 instrument panel brackets.

97. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACE SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage each clamp.

(b) Remove the screw.

(c) Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and No. 1 instrument panel brace sub-assembly.

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98. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACE SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage each clamp.

(b) Remove the screw.

(c) Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and No. 2 instrument panel brace sub-assembly.

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99. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL REINFORCEMENT ASSEMBLY WITH AIR CONDITIONING UNIT ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage each clamp.

(b) Disconnect each connector.

(c) Remove the bolt and disconnect the earth wire.

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(d) Disengage each clamp.

(e) Disconnect the connector.

(f) Disconnect the blower motor connector.

(g) Disconnect the 2 air conditioning ECU connectors.

(h) Remove the bolt and disconnect the earth wire.

(i) Remove the nut and disconnect the connector holder.

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(j) Remove the 2 bolts and 2 caps from the engine compartment side.

(k) Remove the nut.

(l) Disconnect the cooler drain hose.

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(m) Remove the 5 instrument panel safety pad caps.

(n) Using a "TORX" socket wrench (T40), remove the 5 "TORX" bolts and the instrument panel reinforcement assembly with air conditioning unit assembly.

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100. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the 4 claws and remove the No. 1 air duct sub-assembly.

101. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 3 bolts and air conditioning unit assembly from the instrument panel reinforcement assembly.