Last Modified: 11-20-2023 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001T5PD
Model Year Start: 2021 Model: Camry HV Prod Date Range: [10/2020 -           ]
Title: SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Front Passenger Side): REMOVAL; 2021 - 2024 MY Camry HV [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. 2 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 auxiliary battery terminal

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane tracing assist system

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Pre-collision system

Lighting system (w/ AFS)(EXT)

Memorize steering angle neutral point

Parking assist monitor system

2018 - 2024 MY Camry HV [07/2017 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Panoramic view monitor system

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PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

CAUTION:

Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing.

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NOTICE:

After turning the power switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal notices before proceeding with work.

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2. REMOVE LUGGAGE TRIM SERVICE HOLE COVER

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3. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL

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CAUTION:

Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary 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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4. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

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5. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

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6. DISCONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP RH

HINT:

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

7. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL RH

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8. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

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9. REMOVE NO. 1 METER HOOD CLUSTER

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10. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL GARNISH SUB-ASSEMBLY

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11. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PLATE GARNISH

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12. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

When storing the lower No. 2 instrument panel airbag assembly, keep the airbag deployment side facing upward.

Deployment Side

(a) Check that the power switch is off.

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

CAUTION:

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

(c) Remove the 3 bolts.

(d) Disengage the 3 claws to separate the lower No. 2 instrument panel airbag assembly.

NOTICE:

When separating the lower No. 2 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. 2 instrument panel airbag assembly.

NOTICE:

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