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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 LH instrument panel (IP) insulator retainers from the steering column opening filler panel.

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

Installation Procedure


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

  3. Object Number: 478483  Size: SH
  4. Install the LH 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 RH instrument panel (IP) insulator retainers.
  2. Remove the RH IP insulator.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 478484  Size: SH

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

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