Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement Eldorado

Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

•	Air bag deployment

•	Personal injury

•	Unnecessary SIR system repairs

In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:

•	Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.

•	If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
2. Remove the defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement .
3. Disconnect the sunload and twilight sensors. Refer to Sunload and Twilight Sentinel Sensor Replacement .
4. Remove the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.



5. Remove the 3 fasteners (1) that retain the upper trim panel.

The 3 upper trim panel fasteners are different sizes, make note of fastener location.

Remove the fasteners through the defroster grille openings.

6. Remove the air outlet deflectors. Refer to Instrument Panel Air Outlet Vent Replacement .

Important: Close the air outlets in order to prevent the upper trim panel fasteners from falling into the HVAC ducts.

7. Remove the 4 fasteners (2) that retain the upper trim panel. Remove the fasteners through the vent openings.

Important: This step refers to the passenger side of the vehicle.

8. Press down on the forward edge of the trim panel while pulling upward and back on the rear edge of the trim panel.

Remove the upper trim panel.

1. Position the upper trim panel on top of the instrument panel. Ensure that the sensors protrude through the trim panel.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the 4 fasteners (2) through the heat and A/C vent openings.

Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

3. Install the air outlet deflectors. Refer to Instrument Panel Air Outlet Vent Replacement .
4. Install the 3 fasteners (1) through the defroster grille openings.

Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

5. Install the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
6. Connect the sunload and twilight sensors. Refer to Sunload and Twilight Sentinel Sensor Replacement .
7. Install the defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement .
8. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.

Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement DeVille

Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

•	Air bag deployment

•	Personal injury

•	Unnecessary SIR system repairs

In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:

•	Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.

•	If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
2. Remove the defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement .
3. Disconnect the sunload and twilight sensors from the defroster grille. Refer to Sunload and Twilight Sentinel Sensor Replacement .
4. Remove the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.



5. Remove the 3 fasteners (1) that retain the upper trim panel.

Remove the fasteners through the defroster grille openings.

6. Remove the air outlet deflectors. Refer to Instrument Panel Air Outlet Vent Replacement .

Important: Close the air outlets in order to prevent the upper trim panel fasteners from falling into the HVAC ducts.

7. Remove the 4 fasteners (2) that retain the upper trim panel.

Remove the fasteners through the vent openings.

Important: This step refers to the passenger side of the vehicle.

8. Press down on the forward edge of the trim panel while pulling upward and back on the rear edge of the trim panel.
9. Remove the upper trim panel (5).

1. Position the upper trim panel on top of the instrument panel. Ensure that the sensors protrude through the trim panel.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the 4 fasteners (2) through the heat and A/C vent openings.

Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

3. Install the air outlet deflectors. Refer to Instrument Panel Air Outlet Vent Replacement .
4. Install the 3 fasteners (1) through the defroster grille openings.

Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

5. Install the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
6. Connect the sunload and twilight sensors to the defroster grille. Refer to Sunload and Twilight Sentinel Sensor Replacement .
7. Install the defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement .
8. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.