Last Modified: 05-13-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001GY03
Model Year Start: 2020 Model: GR Corolla Prod Date Range: [01/2019 - 03/2019]
Title: INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD: REMOVAL; 2020 MY Corolla Corolla Hatchback Corolla HV GR Corolla [01/2019 - 03/2019]

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

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*1: for Hatchback

Disconnect cable from negative (-) battery terminal

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane Control System (for Gasoline Model)

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Pre-collision System (for Gasoline Model)

Lighting System (w/ AFS)(EXT)

Initialize back door lock*1

Power Door Lock Control System (for Hatchback, Gasoline Model)

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CAUTION:

Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing.

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NOTICE:

  • After the ignition switch is turned off, the radio and display receiver assembly records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch off, make sure to wait at least 85 seconds before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. (for Audio and Visual System (for Gasoline Model))
  • After the engine switch is turned off, the radio and display receiver assembly records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, make sure to wait at least 85 seconds before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. (for Navigation System)

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

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Disconnect cable from negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane Control System (for HV Model)

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Pre-collision System (for HV Model)

CAUTION:

Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing.

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NOTICE:

After the power switch is turned off, the radio and display receiver assembly records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the power switch off, make sure to wait at least 85 seconds before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal. (for Audio and Visual System (for HV Model))

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

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NOTICE:

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.

2. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

3. REMOVE HORN BUTTON ASSEMBLY

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4. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY

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5. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

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6. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER

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7. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH ASSEMBLY

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8. REMOVE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

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9. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY

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10. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

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11. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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12. DISCONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP LH

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

13. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL

(a) Using a moulding remover, pull the No. 1 instrument side panel in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) shown in the illustration to disengage the 5 clips.

Insert Moulding Remover Here

Remove in this Direction (1)

Remove in this Direction (2)

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(b) Pull the No. 1 instrument side panel in the direction indicated by the arrow (2) shown in the illustration to disengage the 3 guides and remove it.

14. DISCONNECT HOOD LOCK CONTROL LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

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

15. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL

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

Remove in this Direction

(b) Disengage the clamp.

(c) Disconnect each connector to remove the lower instrument panel finish panel.

16. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the 2 claws and 5 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the instrument panel finish panel sub-assembly.

Remove in this Direction

17. REMOVE CENTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the 4 clips and 2 guides as shown in the illustration to remove the center instrument cluster finish panel sub-assembly.

Remove in this Direction

18. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING CONTROL ASSEMBLY

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19. REMOVE CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the 5 clips as shown in the illustration.

Remove in this Direction

(b) Disconnect the connector to remove the center instrument panel register assembly.

20. REMOVE RADIO AND DISPLAY RECEIVER ASSEMBLY WITH BRACKET

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21. REMOVE UPPER INSTRUMENT PANEL METER ORNAMENT

(a) Disengage the 4 clips and 2 guides as shown in the illustration to remove the upper instrument panel meter ornament.

Remove in this Direction

22. REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

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23. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

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24. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

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25. DISCONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP RH

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

26. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL

(a) Using a moulding remover, pull the No. 2 instrument side panel in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) shown in the illustration to disengage the 5 clips.

Insert Moulding Remover Here

Remove in this Direction (1)

Remove in this Direction (2)

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(b) Pull the No. 2 instrument side panel in the direction indicated by the arrow (2) shown in the illustration to disengage the 3 guides and remove it.

27. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Instrument Panel Under Cover)

(a) Disengage the 3 claws and 2 guides as shown in the illustration to remove the No. 2 instrument panel under cover sub-assembly.

Remove in this Direction (1)

Remove in this Direction (2)

28. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the screw <E>.

(b) Disengage the 12 clips and 2 guides as shown in the illustration to remove the instrument cluster finish panel garnish assembly.

Remove in this Direction

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29. REMOVE GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the claw to disconnect the glove compartment door stopper sub-assembly.

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Glove Compartment Door Stopper Sub-assembly

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Stopper

Remove in this Direction

(b) Slightly bend the stoppers (A) and (B) in the directions indicated by the arrows in the illustration and open the glove compartment door assembly until the stoppers are released.

(c) Open the glove compartment door assembly to approximately 57° from its closed position. Pull it horizontally in the direction indicated by the arrow to disengage the 2 hinges and remove the glove compartment door assembly.

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Closed

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Open Approximately 57°

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NOTICE:

Pulling the glove compartment door assembly upward to remove it causes the hinges to deform. Be sure to pull out the glove compartment door assembly horizontally.

30. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL

(a) Remove the 5 screws <E>.

(b) Disengage the claw and 4 clips as shown in the illustration.

Remove in this Direction

(c) Disconnect the connector to remove the lower No. 2 instrument panel finish panel.

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

(a) Disengage the 9 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the No. 1 instrument panel garnish sub-assembly.

Remove in this Direction

(b) w/ Telltale Light Assembly:

(1) Disconnect the connector.

32. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

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33. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL SPEAKER PANEL

(a) Using a moulding remover, pull the No. 2 instrument panel speaker panel in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) shown in the illustration to disengage the 2 claws and 2 clips.

Insert Moulding Remover Here

Remove in this Direction (1)

Remove in this Direction (2)

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(b) for 6 Speakers:

(1) Pull the No. 2 instrument panel speaker panel in the direction indicated by the arrow (2) shown in the illustration to disengage the 2 guides.

(2) Disconnect the connector to remove the No. 2 instrument panel speaker panel.

(c) for 8 Speakers:

(1) Pull the No. 2 instrument panel speaker panel in the direction indicated by the arrow (2) shown in the illustration to disengage the 2 guides and remove it.

34. REMOVE FRONT NO. 2 SPEAKER ASSEMBLY (w/ Stereo Component Amplifier)

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35. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the 6 clips and guide to remove the instrument cluster finish panel assembly.

36. REMOVE CENTER NO. 2 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL

(a) Disengage the 4 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the center No. 2 instrument cluster finish panel.

Remove in this Direction

(b) w/ Power Switch:

(1) Disconnect the connector.

37. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL RETAINER

(a) Disengage the 2 clips as shown in the illustration to remove the instrument cluster finish panel retainer.

Remove in this Direction

38. REMOVE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY

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39. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH

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

Remove in this Direction

40. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH

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

Remove in this Direction

41. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH

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42. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL SPEAKER PANEL

(a) Using a moulding remover, pull the No. 2 instrument panel speaker panel in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) shown in the illustration to disengage the 2 claws and 2 clips.

Insert Moulding Remover Here

Remove in this Direction (1)

Remove in this Direction (2)

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(b) for 6 Speakers:

(1) Pull the No. 2 instrument panel speaker panel in the direction indicated by the arrow (2) shown in the illustration to disengage the 2 guides.

(2) Disconnect the connector to remove the No. 2 instrument panel speaker panel.

(c) for 8 Speakers:

(1) Pull the No. 2 instrument panel speaker panel in the direction indicated by the arrow (2) shown in the illustration to disengage the 2 guides and remove it.

43. REMOVE FRONT NO. 2 SPEAKER ASSEMBLY (w/ Stereo Component Amplifier)

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44. REMOVE UPPER INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 2 clips.

(b) Pull the upper instrument panel assembly in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) shown in the illustration to disengage the 9 clips.

Remove in this Direction (1)

Remove in this Direction (2)

(c) Pull the upper instrument panel assembly in the direction indicated by the arrow (2) shown in the illustration to disengage the 3 guides.

(d) Disconnect the connector to remove the upper instrument panel assembly.

45. DISCONNECT NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE

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46. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY

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

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Cooler (Room Temp. Sensor) Thermistor

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(b) Disconnect each connector.

(c) Disengage each clamp.

(d) Remove the bolt <C>.

(e) Remove the 2 bolts <A>.

(f) Remove the 3 clips.

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Bolt <B>

*b

Screw <D>

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Clip

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(g) Remove the 2 bolts <B> and 8 screws <D>.

(h) Disengage the 2 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.