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BODY INSTRUMENT PANEL
BO−77
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
15. REMOVE CENTER CLUSTER FINISH PANEL WITH
HEATER CONTROL ASSEMBLY
(a) Using a screwdriver, take off the 2 claws, then remove the
cup holder hole cover.
HINT:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
(b) Take off the ashtray.
(c) Remove the center cluster finish panel with heater control
assembly, then disconnect the connectors.
(d) Remove the 2 screws and heater control assembly from the center cluster finish panel.
16. REMOVE RADIO
17. REMOVE GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR
18. REMOVE SPEAKER PANEL AND SPEAKER
19. REMOVE FRONT AND REAR CONSOLE BOX
20. DISCONNECT AIRBAG CONNECTOR
(a) Remove the airbag connector from the airbag bracket.
NOTICE:
When handling the airbag connector , take care not to dam-
age the airbag wire harness.
(b) Disconnect the airbag connector.
21. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL
(a) Remove the 5 screws and 9 bolts.
(b) Remove the instrument panel. Torque: 20 N·m (210 kgf·cm, 15 ft·lbf) for passenger
airbag bolts
22. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL REINFORCEMENT
(a) Remove the 2 bolts and lower instrument panel reinforce-
ment.
(b) Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and No. 1 brace.
(c) Remove the 4 bolts, 4 nuts and instrument panel rein- forcement.
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BO399−01
BO−78
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BODY INSTRUMENT PANEL
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
DISASSEMBLY
1. REMOVE GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR RE- INFORCEMENT
2. REMOVE NO. 4 HEATER TO REGISTER DUCT
3. REMOVE NO. 5 HEATER TO REGISTER DUCT
4. REMOVE NO. 2 REGISTER
5. REMOVE GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR LOCK STRIKER PLATE
6. REMOVE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (See page RS−22 )
(a) Remove the 4 bolts and 2 nuts, and remove front passen-
ger airbag assembly.
(b) Pry up the 6 clips shown in the illustration and remove the airbag door.
CAUTION:
Do not store the front passenger airbag assembly
with the airbag deployment direction facing down.
Never disassemble the front passenger airbag as-
sembly.
7. REMOVE NO. 3 CONSOLE MOUNTING BRACKET
8. REMOVE NO. 1 HEATER TO REGISTER DUCT
9. REMOVE NO. 2 STAY
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BO48R−01
BO−84
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BODY FRONT SEAT (Power Adjuster Type)
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
DISASSEMBLY
1. REMOVE FRONT SEAT HEADREST
2. REMOVE SIDE SUPPORT ADJUSTER KNOB
Using a screwdriver, remove the snap ring and side support ad-
juster knob.
3. REMOVE SEATBACK BOARD
(a) Remove the 2 screws.
(b) Slide the board downward to remove it.
4. REMOVE FRONT SEATBACK ASSEMBLY
(a) Using a hog ring pliers, remove the hog ring backward of seatback.
(b) Remove the 4 bolts and front seatback assembly. Torque: 30 N·m (300 kgf·cm, 22 ft·lbf)
5. REMOVE FRONT SEAT CUSHION INNER SHIELD
6. REMOVE FRONT SEAT INNER BELT
7. REMOVE FRONT SEAT CUSHION SHIELD
8. REMOVE FRONT SEAT CUSHION
(a) Remove the 4 bolts.
Torque: 30 N·m (300 kgf·cm, 22 ft·lbf)
(b) Disconnect the connector, then remove the front seat cushion.
9. REMOVE SEAT CUSHION REAR PROTECTOR
10. REMOVE RECLINING ADJUSTER INSIDE COVER
Remove the 4 screws and reclining adjuster inside cover LH
and RH.
11. REMOVE POWER ADJUST FRONT SHIELD
Remove the 2 screws and front shield.
12. REMOVE SLIDE MOTOR
(a) Using the 5.0 mm (0.20 in.) hexagon wrench, remove the
4 housing bracket screws.
Torque: 10 N·m (100 kgf·cm, 7.0 ft·lbf)
(b) Hold the front seat horizontal jack screw with a plier, and remove the 2 nuts and 2 washers.
Torque: 2.0 N·m (20 kgf·cm, 17 in.·lbf)
HINT:
At the time of installation, apply adhesive to nut. Part No. 08833 − 00070, THREE BOND 1324 or equiva-
lent
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BODY FRONT SEAT (Power Adjuster Type)
BO−85
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
(c) Remove the 4 screws and 2 vertical adjuster bushes.
(d) Remove the 4 bolts, slide motor, front seat slide housing
and front seat horizontal jack screw.
Torque: 19 N·m (200 kgf·cm, 14 ft·lbf)
(e) Loosen the seat adjuster nut, then remove the slide mo- tor.
13. REMOVE REAR VERTICAL MOTOR
(a) Remove the 2 E −rings, and disconnect the No. 1 vertical
seat link.
(b) Remove the 4 bolts, vertical rod hold bracket RH and ver-
tical rod hold bracket LH.
Torque: 20 N·m (210 kgf·cm, 15 ft·lbf)
(c) Using the 5.0 mm (0.20 in.) hexagon wrench, remove the
2 housing support bracket screws.
Torque: 10 N·m (100 kgf·cm, 7.0 ft·lbf)
(d) Hold the No. 2 vertical travel jack screw with a plier, re- move the nut and washer.
Torque: 2.0 N·m (20 kgf·cm, 17 in.·lbf)
HINT:
At the time of reassembly, apply adhesive to nut.
Part No. 08833− 00070, THREE BOND 1324 or equiva-
lent
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BODY FRONT SEAT (Power Adjuster Type)
BO−87
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
(b) Remove the 2 bolts, seat track inner reinforcement, then
separate the seat track RH and LH.
Torque: 20 N·m (210 kgf·cm, 15 ft·lbf)
(c) Remove the reclining connecting rod.
16. REMOVE SEAT WIRE
17. REMOVE RECLINING MOTOR
18. REMOVE RECLINING HINGE COVER
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BO0632
BO39M−01
BO0633
15°
45°
N10070
Full Belt Length
minus 200 mm
(7.87 in.)
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BODY SEAT BELT
BO−93
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
SEAT BELT
INSPECTION
CAUTION:
Replace the seat belt assembly (outer belt, inner belt, bolts,
nuts or sill −bar) if it has been used in a severe impact. The
entire assembly should be replaced even if damage is not
obvious.
1. All seat belts: RUNNING TEST (IN SAFE AREA)
(a) Fasten the front seat belts.
(b) Drive the car at 10 mph (16 km/h) and make a very hard stop.
Check that the belt locks and cannot be extended at this
time.
HINT:
Conduct this test in a safe area. If the belt does not lock, remove
the belt mechanism assembly and conduct the following static
check. Also, whenever installing a new belt assembly, verify the
proper operation before installation.
2. Driver ’s seat belt (ELR): STATIC TEST
(a) Make sure that the belt locks when pulled out quickly.
(b) Remove the locking retractor assembly.
(c) Tilt the retractor slowly.
(d) Make sure that the belt can be pulled out at a tilt of 15 de-
grees or less, and cannot be pulled out at over 45 degrees
of tilt.
If a problem is found, replace the assembly.
3. Except driver’s seat belt (ALR/ELR):
STATIC TEST
(a) Make sure that the belt locks when pulled out quickly.
(b) Remove the locking retractor assembly.
(c) Pull out the whole belt and measure the length of the whole belt.
Then retract the belt slightly and pull it out again.
(d) Make sure that the belt cannot be extended further.
If a problem is found, replace the assembly.
(e) Retract the whole belt, then pull it out to the full length mi-
nus 200 mm (7.87 in.).
(f) Tilt the retractor slowly.
(g) Make sure that the belt can be pulled out at a tilt of 15 de-
grees or less, and cannot be pulled out at over 45 degrees
of tilt.
If a problem is found, replace the assembly.
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BR1CC−01
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BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM
BR−1
983
Author: Date:
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
BRAKE SYSTEM
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Care must be taken to replace each part properly as it could affect the perfo\
rmance of the brake
system and result in a driving hazard. Replace the parts with parts of the same part number or
equivalent.
It is very important to keep parts and the area clean when repairing the\
brake system.
If the vehicle is equipped with a mobile communication system, refer to the precaution in the
IN section.
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BR1CD−01
BR−2
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BRAKE TROUBLESHOOTING
984
Author: Date:
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers \
indicate the priority of the likely
cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
SymptomSuspect AreaSee page
Low pedal or spongy pedal
4. Fluid leaks for brake system
5. Air in brake system
6. Piston seals: worn or damaged
7. Master cylinder: faulty
8. Booster push rod: out of adjustment−
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BR−33
BR−33 BR−9
BR−20
Brake drag
1. Brake pedal freeplay: minimal
2. Parking brake lever travel: out of adjustment
3. Parking brake wire: sticking
4. Pad: cracked or distorted
5. Piston: stuck
6. Piston: frozen
7. Tension or return spring: faulty
8. Booster push rod: out of adjustment
9. . Vacuum leaks for booster system
10.. Master cylinder: faultyBR−6
BR−8 −
BR−21
BR−30
BR−33
BR−33
BR−33
BR−33
BR−39
BR−20
BR−18 BR−9
Brake pull
1. Piston: stuck
2. Pad: oily
3. Piston: frozen
4. Disc: Scored
5. Pad: cracked or distortedBR−33
BR−33
BR−21
BR−30
BR−33
BR−33
BR−33
BR−33
BR−21
BR−30
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