Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal (To 08/2009): Removal
Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing. Refer to PRECAUTION .
- PRECAUTION (w/ Navigation System for HDD) NOTE:
After the power switch is turned off, the display and navigation module display (HDD navigation system) records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the power switch off, make sure to wait at least 60 seconds before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
- PRECAUTION (w/ Air Suspension) NOTE:
Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing. Refer to PRECAUTION .
- PRECAUTION NOTE:
Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing. Refer to PRECAUTION .
- ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
- REMOVE REAR DECK FLOOR BOX . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 2
- DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
- Disable the auto away/return function by changing the customize parameter. Refer to CUSTOMIZE PARAMETERS
.NOTE:
Record the current customize parameter setting (whether the auto away/return function is enabled or disabled) in order to restore the current setting after finishing this operation.
HINT:
Performing the above operation disables the auto away/return function when the power switch is turned off.
- Turn the power switch on (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column assembly.
- Turn the power switch off and disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.WARNING:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
- Disable the auto away/return function by changing the customize parameter. Refer to CUSTOMIZE PARAMETERS
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.