Removal [06/2016 - ]: Procedure

2018 Toyota 86 GT, Standard TransSECTION Procedure
  1. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7 [06/2016 - 12/2017] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7 [12/2017 - ]

  2. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  3. DISCONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP LH 

    HINT: 

    Disconnect the front door opening trim weatherstrip to the extent that allows the removal of the luggage compartment trim cover LH.

  4. DISCONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  5. REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY 

    (Refer to REMOVAL [06/2016 - ] )

  6. REMOVE SEPARATE TYPE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

  7. REMOVE SEPARATE TYPE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  8. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FLOOR MAT 
  9. REMOVE REAR FLOOR FINISH PLATE 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2

  10. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT INNER TRIM COVER RH 
    1. Disengage the 5 clips and remove the luggage compartment inner trim cover RH.
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  11. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT INNER TRIM COVER LH 

    See step  3

  12. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 19 [06/2016 - 12/2017] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 19 [12/2017 - ]

  13. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  14. REMOVE NO. 2 PACKAGE TRAY TRIM SPACER 
    1. Using a clip remover, remove the 2 clips and the No. 2 package tray trim spacer.
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  15. REMOVE HANDLE COVER 
    1. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disengage the claw.
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      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 Protective Tape
    2. Remove the screw.
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    3. Remove the handle cover as shown in the illustration.
  16. REMOVE FUEL LID LOCK OPEN LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Peel back the floor carpet.
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    2. Remove the 2 nuts and the fuel lid lock open lever sub-assembly.
    3. Disconnect the fuel lid lock control cable sub-assembly.
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  17. REMOVE FUEL LID LOCK CONTROL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the fuel lid lock control cable sub-assembly as indicated by the arrows, in the order shown in the illustration.
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    2. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disengage the 11 clamps and remove the fuel lid lock control cable sub-assembly.
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      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 Fuel Lid Lock Control Cable Sub-Assembly - -
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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.
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