Dashboard Driver's Lower Cover Removal/Installation
NOTE:
  • Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts.
  • When removing components, use the trim tools or equivalent.
  • LHD model is shown; RHD model is symmetrical.
  1. Loosen the tilt/telescopic lock lever, and adjust the steering column upward. Leave the lock lever still be loosened.
  1. Remove the driver's dashboard lower cover (A).
    -1.
    Open the driver's pocket (B), and remove the screw (C).
    -2.
    Pull out the bottom of the cover to detach the clips (D).
    -3.
    Pull out along the edge of the cover to detach the clips (E, F).
  1. Disconnect the connectors, if equipped:
    • The head light adjuster switch connector (G)
    • The headlight washer switch connector, the corner sensor connector, or the headlight adjuster switch/corner sensor switch connector (H)
    • The VSA/CMBS OFF switch connector (I)
    • Some RHD models: The ultrasonic sensor switch connector or the ultrasonic sensor switch/tilt sensor switch connector
  1. If necessary, push out the switch trim (A) to detach the clips and to release the tabs (B), then remove the trim from the driver's dashboard lower cover (C).
  1. Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Make sure each connector is plugged in properly.
    • If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
    • Push the clips into place securely.