1st Generation RWD: Removal

LHD vehicles only: Remove the pollen filter rear housing:

If equipped, release the 2 barrel clips that secure the HV harness to the bulkhead.

Loosen the top right nut that secures the pollen filter rear housing to the bulkhead (torque 6 N.m).

NOTE: It is not necessary to completely remove the nut; the tab on the housing is notched.

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Remove the remaining nuts (x3) that secure the pollen filter rear housing to the bulkhead (torque 6 N.m).

NOTE: The 2 lower nuts secure the HVAC intake drain diverter.

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RHD vehicles only: Pull back the LH front upper wheel arch liner for access Wheel Arch Liner - Front - LH (Remove And Replace) .
NOTE: The wheel arch liner does not need to be completely removed.

Remove the nuts (x2) that secure the fuse box cover (torque 3 N.m).

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Disconnect the pyrotechnic battery disconnect harness.

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Remove the nuts (x2) that secure the pyrotechnic battery disconnect (torque 12 N.m).

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Remove the pyrotechnic battery disconnect from the vehicle.