GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Blazer - 4WD - RHD 🢒 Preface 🢒 Cautions and Notices 🢒 Knee Bolster Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 404076 Size: SH

    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.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Remove the right 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. Remove the instrument panel accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
  5. Remove the nuts that retain the knee deflector to the steering column support.
  6. Remove the knee deflector from the studs.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 404076 Size: SH
  1. Install the knee deflector to the studs.

    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 nuts that retain the knee deflector to the steering column support.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  3. Install the instrument panel accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
  4. Install the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement .
  5. Install the right sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
  6. Enable the SIR. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.