Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement Driver

1. Remove the left instrument panel (IP) insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement .
2. Remove the steering column filler panel. Refer to Steering Column Opening Filler Replacement .
3. Remove the bracket bolts from the IP driver knee bolster (not shown).
4. Remove the bracket bolts from the IP knee bolster at the instrument carrier.

Remove the IP knee bolster bracket.

1. Align the knee bolster bracket to the instrument panel.

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 knee bolster bracket bolts to the instrument carrier in the sequence shown.

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

3. Install the bracket bolts to the IP driver knee bolster (not shown).

Tighten
Tighten the bracket bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

4. Install the steering column filler panel. Refer to Steering Column Opening Filler Replacement .
5. Install the left IP insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement .

Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement Passenger

1. Remove the instrument panel (IP) trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement .
2. Reposition the right IP accessory wiring junction block.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness retainers from the knee bolster bracket.
4. Remove the bracket bolts from the IP passenger knee bolster.
5. Remove the bracket from the IP passenger knee bolster.

1. Align the IP passenger knee bolster bracket within the IP.

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 bracket bolts to the IP passenger knee bolster at the instrument carrier in the sequence shown.

Tighten
Tighten the bracket bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

3. Connect the wiring harness retainers to the IP passenger knee bolster bracket.
4. Install the right IP accessory wiring junction block.
5. Install the IP trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement .