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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2000 🢒 Regal (China) 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console 🢒 Ashtray Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the instrument panel (IP) accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 482560 Size: SH
  2. Remove the screws (1) from the IP ashtray bracket.
  3. Remove the IP ashtray (2) from the IP accessory trim panel.
  4. Remove the cigarette lighter electrical harness.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the cigarette lighter electrical harness.

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

    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 IP ashtray bracket.

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

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