IP Upper Trim Panel Top Cover Appears Warped (Seat Retaining Clips)

Some customers may comment that the instrument panel (IP) upper trim top cover "defroster grille" appears warped.

The retaining clips may not be properly seated, causing the clips to push the IP upper trim panel up.

Remove the IP upper trim panel and seat the retaining clips using the steps below.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SI.
2. Remove the windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement in SI.
3. Remove the IP upper trim panel. Refer to IP Upper Trim Panel Replacement in SI.
4. Inspect the slot of the retaining clip that was not properly seated for any flashings or obstructions.

•	Clean the retaining clip slot.

•	Make sure the anti-squeak tape is still in position on the carrier after inspection.

Tip
A sharp rap with your hand at each retainer location may help seat the retaining clips.

5. Install the IP upper trim panel starting with the clip that was not properly retained first. Ensure the clip is fully seated.
6. Finish installing the remaining IP upper trim panel clips making sure all the retaining clips are fully seated.

Important: If the IP upper trim panel was raised at the end, make sure that the end clip is still seated. The garnish molding installation may cause the end clip to release if the clip was not fully engaged into the slot. DO NOT pinch the speaker electrical wires.

7. Install the windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement in SI.
8. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SI.

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