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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1997 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console 🢒 Instrument Panel (I/P) Cluster UV Inverter Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 183243 Size: SH
  1. Remove the instrument panel cluster (IPC) from the vehicle. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .
  2. Remove the ultra-violet (UV) inverter wiring covers; unsnap.

    3. Object Number: 183245 Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the UV inverter electrical connectors.
  4. Remove the UV inverter mounting screws.
  5. Remove the UV inverter.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 183245 Size: SH
  1. Install the UV inverter to the IPC rear cover.

    2. Align the UV inverter onto the rear cover alignment pins.

  2. Install the UV inverter mounting screws.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the UV inverter mounting screws to 0.7 N·m (6 lb in).

    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. Connect the UV inverter electrical connectors.

    4. Object Number: 183243 Size: SH
  4. Install the UV inverter wiring covers.
    5. 4.1. Align the covers on the alignment pins.
    4.2. Snap the covers into place.
  5. Install the IPC to the vehicle. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .