Removal (To 12/2010): Removal

PRECAUTION
WARNING:
Be sure to read the "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing. Refer to PRECAUTION .
REMOVE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR ECU
Refer to REMOVAL - Step 44
DISCONNECT INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE ASSEMBLY
1. Disconnect the connector.
  
  Fig 1: Disconnecting Connector
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  NOTE:
  When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 46
REMOVE NO. 2 SIDE DEFROSTER NOZZLE DUCT . Refer to DISASSEMBLY - Step 5
REMOVE NO. 3 HEATER TO REGISTER DUCT . Refer to DISASSEMBLY - Step 3
REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the clip.
  
  Fig 2: Locating Front Passenger Airbag Assembly Connectors
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2. Disconnect the 2 connectors from the front passenger airbag assembly.
  NOTE:
  When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
REMOVE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the 2 screws.
2. Release the rear side airbag door from the hook by slightly deflecting it and roll the front passenger airbag assembly forward.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Airbag Door And Hooks
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3. Release the front side airbag door from the other hook and remove the front passenger airbag assembly.
INSPECT FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY