Instrument Panel Lower Cover: Removal

Disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor, and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
Remove the clips, and remove the cover - instrument panel side LH.

Fig 1: Identifying LH Side Instrument Panel Cover Clips
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NOTE: Remove the weather strip - body side flange to facilitate the work.
Remove the data link connector and release the hook, and then remove the under cover assembly - driver.

Fig 2: Locating Driver Under Cover Assembly Hook
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Remove the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver.
CAUTION: When removing the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver, be sure to pull it toward you. If attempting to remove by turning it upward, the claws may be damaged.

Fig 3: Caution For Removing Instrument Panel Cover Assembly
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1. Remove the screws and release the clips and claws.
2. Disconnect the harness connectors, and remove the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver.
  
  Fig 4: Locating Instrument Panel Cover Assembly Harness Connector
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