Last Modified: 05-13-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001P7E3
Model Year Start: 2021 Model: GR Corolla Prod Date Range: [06/2020 - 09/2022]
Title: SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: REAR SEAT SIDE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL; 2021 - 2022 MY Corolla Corolla Hatchback Corolla HV GR Corolla [06/2020 - 09/2022]

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 rear seat airbag assembly removal/installation are shown below.

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

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed

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Disconnect cable from negative auxiliary battery terminal

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane Control System

2020 - 2022 MY Corolla Corolla HV [01/2019 - 09/2022]; PRE-COLLISION: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM (for HV Model): INITIALIZATION

Pre-collision System

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

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed

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*1: for Hatchback

Disconnect cable from negative auxiliary battery terminal

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane Control System

2019 - 2022 MY Corolla Corolla Hatchback GR Corolla [06/2018 - 09/2022]; PRE-COLLISION: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION

Pre-collision System

Lighting System (w/ AFS)(EXT)

Initialize back door lock*1

Power Door Lock Control System

2019 - 2022 MY Corolla Corolla Hatchback GR Corolla [06/2018 - 09/2022]; DOOR LOCK: POWER DOOR LOCK CONTROL SYSTEM (for Hatchback, Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION

NOTICE:

for HV Model:

  • 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))

for Gasoline Model:

  • 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 Navigation System and Audio and Visual System (for Gasoline Model))

HINT:

  • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
  • The following procedure is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

CAUTION:

Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing.

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for TMC Made Gasoline Model: Click here 2021 - 2022 MY Corolla Corolla Hatchback GR Corolla [04/2020 - 09/2022]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: AIRBAG SYSTEM (for TMC Made Gasoline Model): PRECAUTION

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NOTICE:

After turning the ignition 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.

2. 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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3. REMOVE REAR SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY (w/ Removable Headrest)

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4. REMOVE REAR SEAT CENTER HEADREST ASSEMBLY (for Hatchback RH Side)

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5. DISCONNECT REAR SEAT CENTER LAP TYPE BELT ASSEMBLY

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6. REMOVE REAR SEATBACK ASSEMBLY LH (for LH Side)

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7. REMOVE REAR SEATBACK ASSEMBLY RH (for RH Side)

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8. REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY

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9. REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION LOCK HOOK

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10. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE

for Sedan (for HV Model): Click here 2021 - 2022 MY Corolla Corolla Hatchback Corolla HV GR Corolla [04/2020 - 09/2022]; INTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: ROOF HEADLINING (for Sedan): REMOVAL+

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11. REMOVE REAR UNDER SIDE COVER (for HV Model)

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12. DISCONNECT REAR DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP

HINT:

Disconnect the rear door opening trim weatherstrip to the extent that allows the removal of the rear seat side garnish.

13. REMOVE REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH

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14. REMOVE REAR SEAT AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

When storing the rear seat airbag assembly, keep the airbag deployment side facing upward.

Deployment Side

(a) Check that the ignition switch (for Gasoline Model) or power switch (for HV Model) 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 2 bolts.

*a

Protective Tape

*b

Airbag Connector

*c

Airbag Connector Locking Button

Release in this Direction

(d) Disengage the clip and separate the rear seat airbag assembly.

NOTICE:

When separating the rear seat airbag assembly, do not pull the airbag wire harness.

(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 rear seat airbag assembly.

NOTICE:

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