Removal & Installation (Matrix)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Toyota Matrix and 2004 Toyota Corolla. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
- Remove instrument panel center finish panel sub-assembly. See Fig 1. Remove heater control knob. Remove instrument panel center finish panel. Remove instrument panel box. Remove instrument panel lower center finish panel. Disconnect air bag sensor assembly electrical connectors. Remove mounting bolts and air bag sensor assembly.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten air bag sensor assembly mounting bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Ensure air bag sensor assembly water-proof sheet is properly installed. Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.