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 [06/2016 - ]: Procedure
- REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7 [06/2016 - 12/2017] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7 [12/2017 - ]
- REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH
HINT:
Use the same procedure as for the LH side.
- 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.
- DISCONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP RH
HINT:
Use the same procedure as for the LH side.
- REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY
(Refer to REMOVAL [06/2016 - ] )
- REMOVE SEPARATE TYPE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY LH
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1
- REMOVE SEPARATE TYPE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY RH
HINT:
Use the same procedure as for the LH side.
- REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FLOOR MAT
- REMOVE REAR FLOOR FINISH PLATE
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
- REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT INNER TRIM COVER RH
- REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT INNER TRIM COVER LH
See step 3
- REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER LH
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 19 [06/2016 - 12/2017] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 19 [12/2017 - ]
- REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER RH
HINT:
Use the same procedure as for the LH side.
- REMOVE NO. 2 PACKAGE TRAY TRIM SPACER
- REMOVE HANDLE COVER
- REMOVE FUEL LID LOCK OPEN LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
- REMOVE FUEL LID LOCK CONTROL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
- Remove the fuel lid lock control cable sub-assembly as indicated by the arrows, in the order shown in the illustration.
- Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disengage the 11 clamps and remove the fuel lid lock control cable sub-assembly.TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION
*1 Fuel Lid Lock Control Cable Sub-Assembly - -
- 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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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.