Last Modified: 11-20-2023 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001T50K
Model Year Start: 2021 Model: Camry Prod Date Range: [10/2020 -           ]
Title: SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Driver Side): REMOVAL; 2021 - 2024 MY Camry [10/2020 -        ]

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed and installed, or replaced during lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed

Link

Disconnect cable from negative battery terminal

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane tracing assist system

2021 - 2024 MY Camry [10/2020 -        ]; PRE-COLLISION: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Pre-collision system

Memorize steering angle neutral point

Parking assist monitor system

2018 - 2024 MY Camry [03/2017 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Panoramic view monitor system

2021 - 2024 MY Camry [10/2020 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

CAUTION:

Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing.

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NOTICE:

After turning the ignition 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.

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2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

for A25A-FKS: Click here 2021 - 2024 MY Camry [10/2020 -        ]; MAINTENANCE: A25A-FKS BATTERY: REMOVAL+

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CAUTION:

Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

NOTICE:

When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

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3. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

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4. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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5. DISCONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP LH

HINT:

Disconnect the front door opening trim weatherstrip LH to the extent that allows the removal of the instrument side panel LH.

6. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL LH

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7. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

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8. REMOVE NO. 2 METER HOOD CLUSTER

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9. DISCONNECT HOOD LOCK CONTROL LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

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10. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY

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11. REMOVE NO. 1 METER HOOD CLUSTER

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12. REMOVE LOWER CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL

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13. REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

When storing the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly, keep the airbag deployment side facing upward.

Deployment Side

(a) Check that the ignition switch is off.

(b) Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal.

CAUTION:

Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

(c) Remove the 4 bolts.

(d) Disengage the 2 claws and separate the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly.

NOTICE:

When separating the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly, do not pull the airbag wire harness.

*a

Protective Tape

*b

Airbag Connector

*c

Airbag Connector Locking Button

Release in this Direction

(e) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, release the airbag connector locking button.

(f) Disconnect the airbag connector to remove the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly.

NOTICE:

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