Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the instrument panel cluster assembly. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement.
2. Remove the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement.
3. Remove the instrument panel compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement.
4. Remove the instrument panel ashtray assembly, if equipped. Refer to Ashtray Replacement.
5. Remove the center console, if equipped. Refer to Console Replacement.
6. Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement.
7. Remove the instrument panel left and right air outlets. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Left Side and Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Right Side.
8. Remove the right and left side window air outlet ducts. Refer to Side Window Air Outlet Replacement.
9. Remove the left and right body hinge pillar trim panels. Refer to Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement.

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Instrument Panel Lower Panel Bolts (Qty: 18)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

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Instrument Panel Lower Panel Assembly

Procedures

1. Note the routing of the electric harness prior to removal of the instrument panel lower trim panel assembly to ensure proper reinstallation.
2. Disconnect the electrical harness connections.
3. With the aid of an assistant, remove the instrument panel lower trim panel from the vehicle.
4. When replacing the instrument panel lower trim panel, transfer all necessary components.