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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2007 🢒 Express - AWD 🢒 Body Systems 🢒 Wipers and Washers 🢒 Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 859480 Size: SH
  1. Remove the left and right windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .
  2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) cluster trim plate bezel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement .
  3. Remove the screws (1, 3) from the I/P upper trim pad (2).
  4. Lift the I/P upper trim pad (2) on an angle and slide rearward in order to disengage the retainers at front of I/P.
  5. Remove the I/P upper trim pad (2) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 859480 Size: SH
  1. Slide the I/P upper trim pad (2) forward in order to engage the front hooks of the I/P upper trim pad (2) to the I/P carrier.

    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 I/P upper trim pad screws (1, 3).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the I/P upper trim pad screws to 3 N·m (18 lb in).

  3. Install the cluster trim plate bezel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement .
  4. Install the left and right windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .