
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the left outer trim cover. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement - Left Side.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 2.5 N·m (23 lb in)
Procedure
Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side

Instrument Panel Accessory Bezel Replacement
Instrument Panel Cluster Lower Trim Plate ReplacementWhen Should an Airbag Inflate?
This vehicle has advanced technology frontal airbags. Frontal airbags are designed
to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes to help reduce
the potential for severe injuries, mainly to the driver's or front outboard passenger's
head and chest.
However, they are ...
Wheel Stud Replacement
Special Tools
CH-43631 Ball Joint Remover
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and
Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installati ...
Installation Procedure
Cut the body lock pillar outer panel in corresponding locations to fit
the remaining original panel. The sectioning joint should be
trimmed to allow a gap of one-and-one-half-times the metal thickness at the
sectioning joint
Create a 50 mm (2 in) backing plate from the unused portio ...