Instrument Panel Lower Cover: Removal

1. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. <Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents.>
2. Remove the clips, and remove the cover - instrument panel side LH.
   Fig 1: Locating Instrument Panel Lower Cover Clips

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   NOTE: Remove the weather strip - body side flange to facilitate the work.
3. Remove the data link connector and release the hook, and then remove the under cover assembly - driver.
   Fig 2: Releasing Hooks Of Under Cover Assembly - Driver

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4. 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 Cover Assembly - Instrument Panel LWR Driver

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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 Claws And Clips Of Cover Assembly - Instrument Panel LWR Driver

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