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Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2003 🢒 LeSabre 🢒 Preface 🢒 Cautions and Notices 🢒 Instrument Panel Center Trim Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 492252 Size: SH
  1. Remove the right accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement - Right Side .
  2. Remove the right insulator/closeout panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
  3. Remove the fasteners.
  4. Remove the center trim panel (1) from the IP.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 492252 Size: SH
  1. Install the center trim panel (1) to the IP.

    2. 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 fasteners.

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

  3. Install the right insulator/closeout panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
  4. Install the right accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement - Right Side .