Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedures

1. Disable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
3. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) insulators.
4. Remove the I/P compartment assembly.
5. Remove the I/P driver knee bolster assembly.
6. Remove the I/P accessory trim plate.
7. Remove the HVAC control module. Refer to HVAC Control Module Replacement .
8. Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement .
9. Remove the driver information center.
10. Remove the I/P cluster trim plate.
11. Remove the I/P cluster.
12. Remove the I/P lower trim molding.
13. Remove the I/P steering column opening moldings.
14. Remove the windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
15. Remove the I/P upper trim pad.
16. Remove the steering column assembly. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
17. Remove the front floor console assembly.
18. Remove the front floor console reinforcement.
19. Remove the front floor console bracket.
20. Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement .
21. Remove the hood release handle. Refer to Hood Primary Latch Release Cable Handle Replacement .
22. Remove the screws for the data link connector. Refer to Data Link Connector Replacement .
23. Remove the carrier cover.
24. Remove the lower extension panel.

1

Screw, I/P Carrier Trim Cover (Qty: 4)

Tighten
2 N·m (18 lb in)

2

Bolt, I/P Carrier (Qty: 2)

Tighten
10 N·m (89 lb in)

3

Screw, I/P Carrier (Qty: 4)

Tighten
4 N·m (25 lb in)

4

Screw, I/P Carrier (Qty: 2)

Tighten
4 N·m (25 lb in)

5

Bolt, I/P Carrier Pivot (Qty: 2)

Tighten
25 N·m (18 lb ft)

6

Screw, Passenger Air Bag Module (Qty: 2)

Tighten
4 N·m (25 lb in)

7

Screw, I/P Carrier (Qty: 2)

Tighten
4 N·m (25 lb in)

8

Panel Assembly, I/P

Tip

1. Lift up from the bottom of the I/P in order to release the top retainers.
2. Remove the I/P wiring harness retainers that are attached to the I/P assembly.
3. Remove the I/P panel assembly from the vehicle.