Last Modified: 08-21-2023 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001YLGF
Model Year Start: 2022 Model: Avalon HV Prod Date Range: [08/2021 -           ]
Title: INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD: REMOVAL; 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]

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 instrument panel safety pad removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedure After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for Gasoline Model)

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function When Necessary Procedures are not Performed

Link

*1: When performing learning using the Techstream.

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: INTELLIGENT CLEARANCE SONAR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CALIBRATION

Disconnect cable from negative (-) battery terminal

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane Tracing Assist System

2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; PRE-COLLISION: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Pre-collision System

Intelligent Clearance Sonar System*1

Lighting System (for Gasoline Model with Cornering Light)

Memorize steering angle neutral point

Parking Assist Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION

Panoramic View Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION

Necessary Procedure After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for HV Model)

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function When Necessary Procedures are not Performed

Link

*1: When performing learning using the Techstream.

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: INTELLIGENT CLEARANCE SONAR SYSTEM (for HV Model): CALIBRATION

Disconnect cable from negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane Tracing Assist System

2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; PRE-COLLISION: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Pre-collision System

Intelligent Clearance Sonar System*1

Lighting System (for HV Model with Cornering Light)

Memorize steering angle neutral point

Parking Assist Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM(for HV Model): INITIALIZATION

Panoramic View Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for HV Model): INITIALIZATION

CAUTION:

Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing.

for Gasoline Model: Click here 2021 - 2022 MY Avalon [08/2020 -        ]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: AIRBAG SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): PRECAUTION

for HV Model: Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: AIRBAG SYSTEM (for HV Model): PRECAUTION

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD: PRECAUTION

NOTICE:

After turning the engine switch (for Gasoline Model) or power switch (for HV Model) 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.

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; INTRODUCTION: REPAIR INSTRUCTION: PRECAUTION

2. CHANGE POWER TILT AND POWER TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN SYSTEM SETTINGS (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)

Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; STEERING COLUMN: STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column): REMOVAL+

3. REMOVE CONSOLE ASSEMBLY

Click here 2021 - 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2020 -        ]; INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: FRONT CONSOLE BOX: REMOVAL

4. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: ROOF HEADLINING: REMOVAL+

5. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: ROOF HEADLINING: REMOVAL+

6. DISCONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP LH

(a) Disconnect the front door opening trim weatherstrip LH.

7. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL LH

(a) Pull the instrument side panel LH in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) shown in the illustration to disengage the claw and 4 clips.

Remove in this Direction (1)

Remove in this Direction (2)

(b) Pull the instrument side panel LH in the direction indicated by the arrow (2) shown in the illustration to disengage the 3 guides and remove it.

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

(a) Remove the 2 screws <C>.

(b) Disengage the 2 claws and 2 guides as shown in the illustration.

Remove in this Direction

(c) Disengage the 2 claws to disconnect the DLC3 connector.

(d) Disconnect the connector and disengage the 2 clamps to remove the No. 1 instrument panel under cover sub-assembly.

9. DISCONNECT HOOD LOCK CONTROL LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the claw and 2 guides to disconnect the hood lock control lever sub-assembly.

10. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the 6 clips as shown in the illustration.

Remove in this Direction

(b) Disengage the clamp.

(c) Disconnect each connector to remove the No. 1 instrument panel sub-assembly.

11. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL

(a) Disengage the 6 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the lower No. 2 instrument panel finish panel.

Remove in this Direction

12. REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Driver Side): REMOVAL

13. REMOVE CENTER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL

(a) Disengage the 2 claws and clip as shown in the illustration to remove the center No. 1 instrument cluster finish panel.

Remove in this Direction

14. REMOVE CENTER NO. 2 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL

(a) Using a screwdriver, disengage the 5 claws and guide as shown in the illustration to remove the center No. 2 instrument cluster finish panel.

*a

Protective Tape

Place Hand Here

Remove in this Direction

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

15. REMOVE RADIO AND DISPLAY RECEIVER ASSEMBLY WITH BRACKET

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; AUDIO / VIDEO: RADIO RECEIVER: REMOVAL+

16. REMOVE NO. 2 HEATER TO REGISTER DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 2 screws <C> and No. 2 heater to register duct sub-assembly.

17. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

18. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

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

(a) Disengage the 4 claws as shown in the illustration.

Remove in this Direction

(b) Disengage the 2 guides as shown in the illustration.

Remove in this Direction

(c) Disengage the clamp.

(d) Disconnect the connector to remove the No. 2 instrument panel under cover sub-assembly.

20. REMOVE GLOVE COMPARTMENT PLATE

(a) Disengage the 4 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the glove compartment plate.

Remove in this Direction

21. DISCONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP RH

(a) Disconnect the front door opening trim weatherstrip RH.

22. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL RH

(a) Pull the instrument side panel RH in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) shown in the illustration to disengage the 2 claws and 3 clips.

Remove in this Direction (1)

Remove in this Direction (2)

(b) Pull the instrument side panel RH in the direction indicated by the arrow (2) shown in the illustration to disengage the 3 guides and remove it.

23. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Front Passenger Side): REMOVAL

24. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 5 screws <C>.

(b) Disengage the 3 clips as shown in the illustration.

Remove in this Direction

(c) Disengage the clamp and disconnect the connector to remove the lower instrument panel sub-assembly.

25. REMOVE LOWER CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL

(a) Disengage the 8 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the lower center instrument panel finish panel.

Remove in this Direction

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

(a) Remove the screw <D>.

(b) Disengage the 10 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the No. 2 instrument panel garnish sub-assembly.

Remove in this Direction

27. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH

(a) Disengage the 5 clips and 2 guides as shown in the illustration to remove the No. 2 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.

Remove in this Direction

28. REMOVE NO. 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the screw <D>.

(b) Disengage the 9 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the No. 4 instrument panel register assembly.

Remove in this Direction

29. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the claw and 2 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the instrument cluster finish panel garnish assembly.

Remove in this Direction

30. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the 4 clips as shown in the illustration.

Remove in this Direction

(b) Disconnect the connector to remove the lower instrument panel finish panel assembly.

31. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL GARNISH SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the 5 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the No. 1 instrument panel garnish sub-assembly.

Remove in this Direction

32. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Using a moulding remover, disengage the 4 clips and 2 guides as shown in the illustration.

Insert Moulding Remover Here

Remove in this Direction

(b) Remove the 2 clips.

(c) Disengage the 2 clips and 2 guides as shown in the illustration to remove the instrument cluster finish panel sub-assembly.

Remove in this Direction

33. REMOVE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY

Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; METER / GAUGE / DISPLAY: COMBINATION METER: REMOVAL+

34. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH

(a) Disengage the 2 clips and 2 guides as shown in the illustration to remove the No. 1 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.

Remove in this Direction

35. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the 4 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the No. 1 instrument panel register assembly.

Remove in this Direction

36. REMOVE NO. 3 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH

(a) Disengage the 2 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the No. 3 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.

Remove in this Direction

37. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MOULDING

(a) Disengage the 2 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the No. 2 instrument cluster moulding.

Remove in this Direction

38. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH

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39. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

40. REMOVE NO. 1 DEFROSTER NOZZLE GARNISH

(a) Disengage the 2 claws, 9 clips and 9 guides as shown in the illustration.

Remove in this Direction

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(b) Disconnect the connector to remove the No. 1 defroster nozzle garnish.

41. REMOVE FRONT NO. 2 SPEAKER ASSEMBLY (for LH Side)

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; AUDIO / VIDEO: INSTRUMENT PANEL SPEAKER: REMOVAL+

42. REMOVE FRONT NO. 4 SPEAKER ASSEMBLY (for 14 Speakers)

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; AUDIO / VIDEO: INSTRUMENT PANEL SPEAKER: REMOVAL+

43. REMOVE FRONT NO. 2 SPEAKER ASSEMBLY (for RH Side)

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

44. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

45. REMOVE HORN BUTTON ASSEMBLY

Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: STEERING PAD: REMOVAL

46. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY

Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; STEERING COLUMN: STEERING WHEEL: REMOVAL+

47. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER

for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column: Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; STEERING COLUMN: STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column): REMOVAL+

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48. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER

for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column: Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; STEERING COLUMN: STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column): REMOVAL+

for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column: Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; STEERING COLUMN: STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column): REMOVAL+

49. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH ASSEMBLY

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; WIPER / WASHER: WIPER SWITCH: REMOVAL+

50. REMOVE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; LIGHTING (EXT): HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH: REMOVAL+

51. DISCONNECT NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE

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52. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the 2 claws to disconnect the cooler (room temp. sensor) thermistor.

*A

w/ Headup Display

*B

w/ Manual (SOS) Switch

*1

Cooler (Room Temp. Sensor) Thermistor

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(b) Disconnect each connector.

(c) Disengage each clamp.

(d) Remove the 2 clips.

*a

Bolt <A>

*b

Bolt <B>

*c

Clip

*d

Nut <E>

(e) Remove the 4 bolts <B>, 2 bolts <A> and nut <E>.

(f) Disengage the 5 guides and remove the instrument panel safety pad sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.

Remove in this Direction

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NOTICE:

  • Do not damage the instrument panel safety pad sub-assembly.
  • Do not allow the wire harnesses to interfere with the surrounding parts.