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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2005 🢒 Park Avenue 🢒 Body 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console 🢒 Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the right sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .

    2. Object Number: 488057 Size: SH
  2. Remove the IP compartment fasteners (1).
  3. Open the IP compartment.
  4. Remove the IP compartment from the opening.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the IP compartment.

    2. Object Number: 488057 Size: SH

    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 (1) in order to secure the IP compartment to the IP.

    3. Install the fasteners with the IP compartment in the closed position.

    Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

  3. Install the right sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .