Owner's manual

Section 10: Toyota Highlander, 2010 – Current
2000-3811 Instructions 8-1-13.Doc Page 28 of 54
1. Ensure all radio functions are working properly, return
all Treble, Bass, Fade, and Balance to neutral settings,
and remove any CDs to avoid possible jam before
disassembly.
2. For vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions,
place shifter in the N (neutral) position and set parking
brake.
3. Loosen the negative battery cable bolt using a 10mm
socket. Remove negative battery cable from terminal
and position away from battery.
4. Apply protective tape to areas shown in the illustration
to remove the center instrument panel register
assembly. Using a plastic trim tool, disengage the 2
claws and 5 clips, and then remove the center
instrument panel register assembly.
5. To remove the center instrument cluster finish panel,
apply protective tape to the areas shown in the
illustration. Using a plastic trim tool, disengage the 10
claws and 8 clips starting from the upper part of the
panel. Disconnect the connectors and remove.
6. Remove 4 radio retaining bolts. Pull the radio
assembly with bracket toward the rear of the vehicle
by disengaging the 4 clips.
7. Remove the upper console by disengaging the 4 claws
and 4 clips. Disconnect the connector and remove the
upper console panel sub-assembly.
8. Route DPS wire harness behind dash brace and up to
radio area.