Removal [08/2015 - ]: Procedure

PRECAUTION
WARNING:
Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing (Refer to PRECAUTION [08/2015 - ] ).

NOTE:
After turning the engine switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal notices before proceeding with work (Refer to PRECAUTION [08/2015 - ] ).
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
WARNING:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

NOTE:
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (Refer to INITIALIZATION [08/2015 - 08/2017] Refer to INITIALIZATION [08/2017 - ] ).
REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH CUSHION
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3
REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD SUBASSEMBLY RH
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4
REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUBASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 25
REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7 [08/2015 - 08/2017] Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7 [08/2017 - 08/2019] Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 8 [08/2019 - ]

REMOVE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

Remove the 4 bolts.

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Using a screwdriver, release the connector lock and disconnect the airbag connector.

TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

*a	Connector Lock
	Protective Tape

NOTE:

When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

WARNING:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.