SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL; 2019 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018

Last Modified: 01-30-2024	6.11:8.1.0	Doc ID: RM100000001EBT8
Model Year Start: 2019	Model: RAV4	Prod Date Range: [11/2018 - 02/2019]
Title: SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL; 2019 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 02/2019]

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 passenger airbag assembly removal/installation are shown below.

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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Disconnect cable from negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal	Drive the vehicle until stop and start control is permitted (approximately 5 to 60 minutes)	Stop and start system
	Perform steering sensor zero point calibration	Lane control system
		Parking support brake system (for Gasoline model)*
		Pre-collision system
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Parking assist monitor system
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Panoramic view monitor system (for Gasoline model)
	Reset back door close position	Power back door system (for Gasoline model)
	Back door lock initialization	Power door lock control system

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, be sure to wait for the time specified in the following table before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Auxiliary Battery Terminal

System Name	See Procedure
Vehicle enrolled in Toyota Entune system or safety connect system	6 minutes
Vehicle not enrolled in Toyota Entune system and safety connect system	1 minute

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
Disconnect cable from negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal	Perform steering sensor zero point calibration	Lane control system
	Perform steering sensor zero point calibration	Pre-collision system
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Parking assist monitor system
	Memorize steering angle neutral point	Panoramic view monitor system (for HV model)
	Reset back door close position	Power back door system (for HV model)
	Back door lock initialization	Power door lock control system

NOTICE:

Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Auxiliary Battery Terminal

System Name	See Procedure
Vehicle enrolled in Toyota Entune system or safety connect system	6 minutes
Vehicle not enrolled in Toyota Entune system and safety connect system	1 minute

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

CAUTION:

Be sure to read precaution thoroughly before servicing.

w/ Occupant Classification System:
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w/o Occupant Classification System:
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NOTICE:

After turning the ignition 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 DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY (for HV Model)

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3. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 FLOOR BOARD (for HV Model)

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4. REMOVE BATTERY HOLE COVER (for HV Model)

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5. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL

for A25A-FKS:
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for A25A-FXS:
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Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
If the airbag deploys for any reason, it may cause a serious accident.

NOTICE:

When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

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6. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD ASSEMBLY

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7. REMOVE DEFROSTER NOZZLE ASSEMBLY

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8. REMOVE NO. 3 HEATER TO REGISTER DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY

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9. REMOVE NO. 2 SIDE DEFROSTER NOZZLE DUCT

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10. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE

(a) for Dual Type:

(1) Using a screwdriver, release the lock button and disconnect the 2 airbag connectors.

NOTICE:

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

*a	Lock Button
*b	Wire Harness Clamp
*c	Guide
	Protective Tape
	Release in this Direction

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

(2) Detach the wire harness clamp and guide and remove the No. 2 instrument panel wire.

(b) for Single Type:

(1) Using a screwdriver, release the lock button and disconnect the airbag connector.

NOTICE:

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

*a	Lock Button
*b	Wire Harness Clamp
*c	Guide
	Protective Tape
	Release in this Direction

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

(2) Detach the wire harness clamp and guide and remove the No. 2 instrument panel wire.

11. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

Deployment Side

When storing the instrument panel passenger airbag assembly, keep the airbag deployment side facing upward.
If the airbag deploys for any reason, it may cause a serious accident.

(a) Remove the 2 screws.

(b) Insert moulding remover B into the side of the airbag door facing the front of the vehicle and detach the hook.

(c) While holding the positions shown in the illustration, move the instrument panel passenger airbag assembly toward you, detach the hook near the rear of the vehicle, and then remove the instrument panel passenger airbag assembly.

	Hold Here
	Move in this Direction