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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2003 🢒 Century 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console 🢒 Ashtray Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 482560 Size: SH
  1. Remove the instrument panel accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
  2. Remove the screws (1) from the instrument panel ashtray bracket.
  3. Remove the IP ashtray (2) from the instrument panel accessory trim plate.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the ashtray.

Installation Procedure
  1. Connect the electrical connector to the ashtray.

    2. Object Number: 482560 Size: SH
  2. Position the instrument panel ashtray (2) to the Instrument panel accessory trim plate.

    3. 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.

  3. Install the screws (1) to the instrument panel ashtray bracket.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the instrument panel ashtray bracket screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  4. Install the instrument panel accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .