Remove
Remove the center console. See Center Console (Remove and Install).
Disconnect the electrical wiring harness connector from the USB hub.
Release the clips that attach the electric
Remove
Remove the center console air vent panel. See Panel - Air Vent - Center
Console (Remove and Replace).
Remove the screws that attach the vent unit to the center console air
vent pan
Remove
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion
Remove the trunk sill trim.
Remove the LH and RH taillights.
On each side of the vehicle, remove the bolt that attaches the corner of
the rear fascia to the body.
Torque 4 Nm
Raise the vehicle partially.
Release the clips and the push nut
Remove
Remove the HV battery. See HV Battery (RWD) (Remove and Install).
Release the clip and disconnect the powertrain supply hose fitting from
the RH underside of the penthouse.
Release the clips (x5) that attach the powertrain supply (upper) hose to
the RH side of the HV battery,