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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Astro - 4WD 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 Knee Bolster Deflector Replacement - Left Side

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the instrument panel extension. Refer to Instrument Panel Extension Replacement .
  2. Remove the driver's knee bolster. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Replacement .
  3. Remove the nuts that retain the knee bolster deflector to the instrument panel carrier.
  4. Remove the bolts that retain the knee bolster deflector to the instrument panel carrier.

    5. Object Number: 317075 Size: SH
  5. Remove the knee bolster deflector from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 317075 Size: SH
  1. Install the knee bolster deflector to the vehicle.

    2. 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 bolts that retain the knee bolster deflector to the instrument panel carrier.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts that retain the knee bolster deflector to the instrument panel carrier 10  N·m (89 lb in).

  3. Install the bolts that retain the knee bolster deflector to the instrument panel carrier.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts that retain the knee bolster deflector to the instrument panel carrier to 10  N·m (89 lb in).

  4. Install the driver's knee bolster. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Replacement .