Assist Handle Removal
1. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the service hole and remove the assist handle covers.

2. Remove the assist handle in the direction of the arrow (1) and (2), while detach the clip.

NOTE:
Remove the assist handle by shaking it up and down.
Assist Handle Installation
1. Push the assist handle in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.

2. Push the assist handle cover assembled to install the assist handle.

Trunk Side Upper Trim Removal/Installation
Console Removal/InstallationTemporary Spare Tire
Inspect the temporary spare tire at least
monthly to make sure it is properly
inflated and stored.
NOTE
The temporary spare tire condition
gradually deteriorates even if it has not
been used.
The temporary spare tire is easier to
handle because of its construction which
is lighter and small ...
Side Step Molding Installation
NOTE:
Double-sided adhesive tape has already been adhered to a new side step molding
for installation.
When a side step molding is to be reused, perform the following procedure:
1. Remove any grease or dirt from the affixing surface of the side step molding.
2. Affix double-si ...
Constant Monitoring
The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic
system:
Crash sensors, and diagnostic module (SAS unit)
Front air bag sensors
Air bag modules
Side crash sensors
Air bag/Front seat belt pretensioner system warning light
Front seat belt pretensioners
Rel ...