Preliminary Procedures

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. Remove the front floor console assembly. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement.
3. Remove the instrument panel upper trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Replacement.
4. Remove the driver knee bolster assembly. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement.
5. Remove the instrument panel cluster trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Pad Replacement.
6. Remove the instrument panel center compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Compartment Replacement.
7. Remove the instrument panel compartment assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement.
8. Remove the HVAC control module. Refer to HVAC Control Module Replacement.
9. Remove the radio assembly. Refer to Radio Replacement.

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Instrument Panel Assembly Screw (Qty: 19)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
2.5 N·m (22 lb in)

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Instrument Panel Assembly

Procedure

1. Note location and routing of the instrument panel wiring harness prior to removal of the instrument panel assembly to ensure proper reinstallation.
2. Disconnect the wiring harness from the instrument panel assembly.
3. With the aid of an assistant, remove the instrument panel assembly from the vehicle.
4. When replacing the instrument panel assembly, transfer all necessary components.