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Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 859482  Size: SH
  1. Disable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Passenger Knee Bolster Replacement .
  3. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement .
  4. Remove the screws (1, 3) from the I/P trim pad.
  5. Remove the I/P trim pad (2).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 859482  Size: SH
  1. Install the I/P trim pad (2) to the I/P.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the screws (1, 3).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the screws (1, 3) to 3 N·m (26 lb in).

  5. Install the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement .
  6. Install the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Passenger Knee Bolster Replacement .
  7. Enable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .