Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the left instrument panel outer trim cover. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement - Left Side.
2. Remove the right instrument panel outer trim cover. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement - Right Side.
3. Remover the defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement.
4. Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement.
5. Remove the instrument panel center trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Trim Panel Replacement.
6. Remove the instrument panel center air outlet assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement.

1

Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Bolts (Qty: 6)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

2

Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Assembly

Tip
Disconnect the electrical connectors.

3

Retainer Clips (Qty: 2)