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"MO full name" <nospam@hole.org> wrote in message
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> On Fri, 13 Oct 2006 15:51:08 -0500, "Ray O"
> <rokigawaATtristarassociatesDOTcom> wrote:
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>>"MO full name" <nospam@hole.org> wrote in message
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>>> On Fri, 13 Oct 2006 13:42:07 -0500, "Ray O"
>>> <rokigawaATtristarassociatesDOTcom> wrote:
>>>
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>>>>"MO full name" <nospam@hole.org> wrote in message
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>>>>> Are the Interior Trim Panel removal and installation roughly the same
>>>>> in the 06 Sienna as the 02 Sienna?
>>>>
>>>>Yes.
>>>>
>>>> I have a 02 Haynes manual.
>>>>> I removed and replaced the panel from the rear door and was encouraged
>>>>> how easy it was with the nifty white snap out plastic buttons. How
>>>>> about the ceiling <grin>.
>>>>
>>>>The headliner is a LOT more work. Generally, all 8 of the side pillars
>>>>trim
>>>>has to come off, which would be the A, B, C, and D left and right pillar
>>>>trim, plus the windshield and rear hatch trim. Before you tacke that,
>>>>you
>>>>have to remove the assist grips and courtesy/dome lights and de-activate
>>>>the
>>>>side air bags.
>>>>
>>>>> I know that one is to be cautious with the air bags and disconnect the
>>>>> battery first.
>>>>> Are those buttons readily replaceable from any auto supply store? T.
>>>>> would likely want $5+ for each.
>>>>> MO
>>>>
>>>>I doubt if you can get the exact fit for those buttons. The cost from a
>>>>dealer is probably closer to $1.50 each.
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>>> Thanks Ray,
>>> As a follow up - does disconnecting the battery cause the loss of all
>>> codes and settings - from engine to radio?[/color]
>>
>>Yes, however, note that disconnecting the battery does not immediately
>>de-energize the supplemental restraint system, commonly referred to as air
>>bags. The SRS is designed this way because the vehicle battery is often
>>damaged in a collission so it needs another source of power to ignite the
>>squibs.
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>>> How difficult or simple is it to restore this?
>>>
>>> MO[/color]
>>
>>The radio is simple to restore - just write down the pre-set radio
>>stations
>>before you disconnect the battery. If you have programmed a theft
>>deterrent
>>code in the radio, you should make sure you know it BEFORE you disconnect
>>the battery or lose power, otherwise, you will have to pay a dealer for
>>the
>>universal unlock code[/color]
>
> Have nothing except std keys - with the push button to unlock.[/color]

The keyless entry may need re-programming.
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>>It is not necessary to do anything special to the powertrain electronic
>>control module (ECM) if power is lost.
>>
>>There are other vehicle systems that may or may not be affected by
>>disconnecting the battery - you should check your service manual, TSBs, or
>>your local Toyota service department if the following are affected -
>>vehicle
>>theft deterrent system, keyless entry system, immobilizer system,
>>automatic
>>headlights/daytime running lights, and Homelink system.[/color]
>
> I'm using whatever factory settings it came with. So it would NOT
> default to those?[/color]

Some systems need to be re-initialized after power loss, which is done by
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>>
>>Just curious... Why do you want to drop the headliner? Dropping
>>headliners
>>is a huge pain, even without side curtain air bags. Professional
>>technicians cringe at the thought of having to drop headliners, and Toyota
>>developed a special technique to install roof racks without having to drop
>>the headliners. In 35 years of messing with cars I have managed to avoid
>>the need to drop the headliner. Unless you prefer self-inflicted brain
>>damage and you would like to introduce tears, stains, sags, rattles, and
>>creaks into your headliner, I recommend finding another way to accomplish
>>whatever it is you want to accomplish.[/color]
>
> It is a special antenna so I can communicate with people in outer
> space <G>. It is a great benefit if the ant. is located symmetrically
> on the vehicle or else I need to boost power significantly.
>
> If it were simple then a quick look see would be good for future
> reference - since there is no doubt both plumbing for the rear ac and
> el circuits galore.[/color]

If you want to install a roof-mounted antenna, my advice would be to drill
from above with a drill-stop collar and then snake the cable through the
headliner without dropping the entire headliner.
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Ray O
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