Removal & Installation: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Avalon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Vehicle is equipped with air bag supplemental restraint system. Before attempting ANY repairs involving steering column, instrument panel or related components, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS and DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in TOYOTA - AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
article.
CAUTION:
When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES
article in GENERAL INFORMATION before disconnecting battery.
WARNING:
Wait for at least 90 seconds after disconnecting and shielding negative battery cable before beginning removal of light control switch. Air bags may deploy if work is started before 90 seconds have elapsed.
NOTE:
Ensure ignition switch is in OFF position before disconnecting air bag connector. If air bag connector is disconnected with ignition switch in ON or ACC position, diagnostic trouble codes will be recorded.