GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Metro 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 Instrument Panel Center Trim Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

    2. Object Number: 352451 Size: SH
  2. Remove the ashtray (7) from the ashtray guide by performing the following steps:
    3. 2.1. Depress the spring loaded tab.
    2.2. Pull the ashtray (7) rearward.
  3. Pull out the instrument panel compartment while pushing the stopper from both the right and the left sides.
  4. Disconnect the cigar lighter electrical connector (2).

    5. Object Number: 352116 Size: SH
  5. Remove the following components:
    6. • The 4 screws (1)
    • The IP center trim bezel (3)
  6. Remove the cigar lighter, if necessary.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 352116 Size: SH
  1. Install the cigar lighter, if removed.
  2. Install the IP center trim bezel (3). Secure the trim bezel with the 4 screws (1).

    3. Object Number: 352451 Size: SH
  3. Connect the cigar lighter electrical connector (2).
  4. Close the instrument panel compartment.
  5. Slide the ashtray (7) into the ashtray guide until the spring loaded tab engages.
  6. Connect the negative battery cable.