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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Blazer - 4WD - RHD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console 🢒 Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 404073 Size: SH

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the right instrument panel sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
  3. Remove the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement .

    4. Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

       • Air bag deployment
       • Personal injury
       • Unnecessary SIR system repairs
    In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
       • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.
       • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.

  4. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  5. Remove the screws that retain the instrument panel accessory trim plate to the instrument panel.
  6. Remove the instrument panel accessory trim plate.
  7. Disconnect the electrical connectors, as needed.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 404073 Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connectors, as needed.
  2. Install the instrument panel accessory trim plate.

    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 that retain the instrument panel accessory trim plate to the instrument panel.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the instrument panel accessory trim plate screws to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

  4. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.
  5. Install the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement .
  6. Install the right instrument panel sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
  7. Connect the negative battery cable.