OEM 2009 Toyota Highlander Yaw Sensor

2009 Toyota Highlander Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How can you effectively remove the Yaw Sensor on 2009 Toyota Highlander?

  A: The first step to remove the Yaw Rate and Acceleration Sensor includes disconnecting the cable from the negative terminal of the battery with a warning about necessary initialization post-reconnection. The repair process begins by removing the Center Instrument Cluster Finish Panel Assembly (without Smart Key System) or (with Smart Key System). After that, workers should remove both Front Door Scuff Plates LH and RH and Cowl Side Trim Sub-Assembly LH and RH. The service process requires removal of the Lower Instrument Panel Finish Panel Sub-Assembly for Manual and Automatic Air Conditioning Systems and also the No. 2 Instrument Panel Under Cover Sub-Assembly and Lower Instrument Panel Sub-Assembly. The next step involves removal of the Upper Console Panel Sub-Assembly followed by the No. 2 Console Box Duct when not using the Rear Air Conditioning System besides the Lower Rear Console Box and Console Box Assembly regardless of the Air Conditioning configuration. The technician should disconnect the connector from the yaw rate and acceleration sensor by first removing the Front No. 1 and No. 2 Console Box Inserts while simultaneously unfastening the two bolts securing the sensor without touching its installation nuts.