Step1: Disconnect toaster power and unplug toaster; allow unit to cool completely.
Step2: Remove outer cover and access heating element compartment.
Step3: Disconnect wiring, noting terminal positions carefully.
Step4: Remove faulty heating element from mounting brackets.
Step5: Install new element, aligning with brackets and terminals and reconnect wiring securely to original terminals.
Step6: Reassemble cover, restore power, and test operation carefully.
Step7: Ensure no exposed wires remain and verify thermostat settings before full operation.