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Repair Procedures: Removal

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WARNING:
  • When working on the high voltage system, the work should be performed by technicians who have completed the relevant training. A lack of understanding of the high voltage system can lead to serious accidents due to electric shock or short circuit.
  • When working on the high voltage system or related components, be sure to observe and be aware of the "Safety Precautions, Cautions and Warnings". If not, it may cause serious accidents due to electric shock or short circuit.
  • When working on the high voltage system, make sure to check the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and high voltage shut-off procedure.
  1. Remove the front seat assembly.

    (Refer to Front Seat - "FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY ")

  2. Remove the second row seat assembly.

    (Refer to Rear Seat - "REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY ")

  3. Remove the third row seat assembly.

    (Refer to Rear Seat - "REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY ")

  4. Remove the front pillar trim.

    (Refer to Interior Trim - "FRONT PILLAR TRIM ")

  5. Remove the center pillar upper trim.

    (Refer to Interior Trim - "CENTER PILLAR TRIM ")

  6. Remove the rear pillar trim.

    (Refer to Interior Trim - "REAR PILLAR TRIM ")

  7. Remove the tailgate pillar trim.

    (Refer to Interior Trim - "TAILGATE PILLAR TRIM ")

  8. Remove the luggage side trim.

    (Refer to Trunk Trim - "LUGGAGE SIDE TRIM ")

  9. Remove the sunvisor and retainer.

    (Refer to Roof Trim - "SUNVISOR ")

  10. Remove the assist handle.

    (Refer to Roof Trim - "ASSIST HANDLE ")

  11. Remove the overhead console lamp.

    (Refer to Body Electrical System - "OVERHEAD CONSOLE LAMP ")

  12. Remove the room lamp.

    (Refer to Body Electrical System - "ROOM LAMP ")

  13. Remove the inside rear view mirror cover (A). Using a flat-head screw driver or remover.
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  14. Disconnect the connectors (A).
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  15. Disconnect the roof trim main connector (A) by removing the mounting clips in the front pillar.

    [LH] 

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    [RH] 

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  16. Remove the roof trim assembly (A) by removing the mounting clips.
    NOTE: Be careful not to wrinkle on the roof trim.
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  17. Remove the roof trim assembly (A) from the body panel and then carry it out of the vehicle through the tailgate.
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