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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console 🢒 Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 158135 Size: SH
  1. Remove the console. Refer to Console Replacement .
  2. Remove the IP accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
  3. Remove the fog lamp, rear compartment lid release switch.
    4. 3.1. Pry carefully at the lower edge of the switch to release the locking tab.
    3.2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the switch.

    Object Number: 95692 Size: SH
  4. Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel retaining screw behind the fog lamp, rear compartment lid release switch.
  5. Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel lower retaining screws.
  6. Grasp the trim panel at the side edges.
  7. Pull firmly rearward to release the locking tabs.
  8. Disconnect the electrical connector from the inside air temperature sensor, if equipped.
  9. Remove the trim panel.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 95692 Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connector to the inside air temperature sensor, if equipped.
  2. Insert the electrical connector for the fog lamp, rear compartment lid release switch through the opening in the trim panel.
  3. Install the driver knee bolster trim panel.
    4. 3.1. If equipped, insert the inside air temperature sensor wire down into the driver knee bolster bracket to avoid pinching the wire.
    3.2. Align the locking tabs to the slots.
    3.3. Push the trim panel to secure.
  4. Loosely install the screws retaining the bottom of the driver knee bolster trim panel, in order to align the nuts on the knee bolster bracket.

    5. 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.

  5. Install the remaining driver knee bolster trim panel retaining screw.

    6. Tighten

        • Tighten the driver knee bolster trim panel retaining screw behind fog lamp, rear compartment lid release switch to 1.8 N·m (16 lb in).
        • Tighten the driver knee bolster trim panel lower retaining screws to 1.8 N·m (16 lb in).

    Object Number: 158135 Size: SH
  6. Install the fog lamp, rear compartment lid release switch.
    7. 6.1. Connect the electrical connector to the switch.
    6.2. Align the switch, then push to secure.
  7. Install the IP accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
  8. Install the console. Refer to Console Replacement .