TSB : Disabling System (ES300 & LS400)

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Obtain radio anti-theft protection code from vehicle owner and record preset radio frequencies before disconnecting battery. Place front wheels in straight-ahead position. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position. Disconnect and shield negative battery cable. Wait at least 90 SECONDS before working on vehicle. Disconnect driver air bag module Yellow 2-pin connector located under steering column lower cover, near combination switch connector. See Figure . Remove glove box. Disconnect passenger air bag module Yellow 2-pin connector located in glove box opening. See Figure or Figure . Air bag connector terminals are automatically shorted together. See Figure . Disconnect left and right side air bag module Yellow 2-pin connectors located under each front seat. Disconnect left and right seat belt pretensioner Yellow 2-pin connectors, Connectors are located behind center pillar lower trim plates. Air bag connector terminals are automatically shorted together.