Removal [08/2013 - ]

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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 notice before proceeding with work. Refer to PRECAUTION [08/2013 - ] .
REMOVE LUGGAGE TRIM SERVICE HOLE COVER
1. Disengage the 2 claws to remove the luggage trim service hole cover.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Luggage Trim Service Hole Cover
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DISCONNECT CABLE FROM AUXILIARY BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL
NOTE:
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected. Refer to INITIALIZATION [08/2013 - ] .
REMOVE AUXILIARY BATTERY
1. Open the auxiliary battery terminal cap.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Auxiliary Battery
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Loosen the nut, and disconnect the positive (+) auxiliary battery cable.
3. Disconnect the auxiliary battery hose.
4. Loosen the nut and remove the bolt.
5. Remove the auxiliary battery clamp.
6. Remove the auxiliary battery.