Toyota Avalon (XX50) 2019-2022 Service & Repair Manual: Removal

REMOVAL

PROCEDURE

1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL LH

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2. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL OPENING EXTENSION PAD LH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the RH side.

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3. REMOVE FRONT FENDER SPLASH SHIELD SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

HINT:

Use the same procedure as for the RH side.

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4. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL

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5. REMOVE HOOD LOCK ASSEMBLY

(a) Disconnect the connector.

(b) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, remove the hood lock nut cap.

*a Protective Tape

(c) Remove the 2 bolts and hood lock bolt.

*1 Hood Lock Bolt

(d) Disconnect the hood lock control cable assembly to remove the hood lock assembly.

6. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

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7. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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8. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

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9. DISCONNECT HOOD LOCK CONTROL LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

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10. REMOVE HOOD LOCK CONTROL LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Disconnect the hood lock control cable assembly to remove the hood lock control lever sub-assembly.

11. REMOVE HOOD LOCK CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY

(a) Disengage the clamp.

(b) Using a screwdriver, disengage the 5 clamps and grommet as shown in the illustration.

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

(c) Pull the hood lock control cable assembly from the engine compartment to remove it.