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Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement Left

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover


    Object Number: 478483  Size: SH
  1. Use the J 38778 in order to remove the left instrument panel (IP) insulator retainers from the steering column opening filler panel.

  2. Object Number: 455211  Size: SH
  3. Remove the left IP insulator from the stud at the accelerator pedal.
  4. Remove the left IP insulator.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 455211  Size: SH
  1. Position the left instrument panel (IP) insulator to the IP.
  2. Install the left IP insulator to the stud at the accelerator pedal.

  3. Object Number: 478483  Size: SH
  4. Install the left IP insulator retainers to the steering column opening filler panel.

Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement Right

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover


    Object Number: 478484  Size: SH
  1. Use the J 38778 in order to remove the right instrument panel (IP) insulator retainers.
  2. Remove the right IP insulator.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 478484  Size: SH

    Important: Make sure that the right IP insulator does not block the floor heater outlet.

  1. Position the right IP insulator to the lower IP.
  2. Install the right IP insulator retainers.