Fuse Block Removal/Installation: Removal

Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Remove the scuff plate (LH). (See SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the front side trim (LH). (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
CAUTION:
- If the fuse block is removed with the fuses left installed, fuses may contact the parts around the fuse block and fuses may be damaged. Before removing the fuse block, remove all the fuses.
Remove all the fuses.
Remove the bolt.

Fig 1: Removing Fuse Block
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Cut the bands.
Pull out the fuse block clip from the body.

Fig 2: Pulling Out Fuse Block Clip From Body
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Set the removed fuse block aside so that it does not scratch the vehicle and parts.