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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Monte Carlo 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console 🢒 Instrument Panel Compartment Door Latch Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 601569 Size: SH
  1. Open the instrument panel (IP) compartment door.
  2. Remove the outer door screws from the IP compartment.
  3. Separate the outer door from the inner IP compartment.
  4. Remove the screws which secure the IP compartment door latch (4) to the door.
  5. Remove the U-clip (1) from the handle.
  6. Begin to lift the door latch away from the door. Slide the latch to the right, then disconnect the latch rod (3) from the door handle.
  7. Remove the door latch (2).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 601569 Size: SH
  1. Connect the door latch rod (3) to the door handle (2). Lower the door latch into position on the door.
  2. Install the U-clip (1) to the handle.

    3. 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.

  3. Install the retaining screws to the IP compartment door latch.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the retaining screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  4. Install the outer door to the IP compartment. Install the outer door screws to the IP compartment.
  5. Close the IP compartment door assembly.