CVT Model

CAUTION: Before handling the airbag system components, always refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>General Description>CAUTION .

Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
NOTE: For model with battery sensor, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
Remove the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Instrument Panel Lower Cover>REMOVAL .
Remove the knee airbag module. (Model with knee airbag) Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>Knee Airbag Module>REMOVAL .
Remove the universal joint assembly - steering. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>Universal Joint>REMOVAL .
Remove the column assembly - steering. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>Steering Column>REMOVAL .
Remove the brake pedal assembly.
1. Disconnect the stop light switch connector.
2. Remove the snap pin (a) and clevis pin (b), and remove the operating rod from the brake pedal.
  CAUTION:
  - Be careful not to apply excessive force to the operating rod when handling the operating rod.
    The angle may change by ±3°, and it may result in damage to power piston cylinder.
  - Do not change the push rod length.
  Fig 1: Removing Snap Pin And Clevis Pin
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3. Remove the bolt and nut, and then detach the brake pedal assembly.

Fig 2: Locating Brake Pedal Assembly Bolt And Nut

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