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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 S10 Pickup - 4WD 🢒 General Information 🢒 Cautions and Notices 🢒 Knee Bolster Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 303365 Size: SH
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
  2. Remove the left sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
  3. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement .
  4. Remove the instrument panel accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
  5. Remove the nuts that retain the knee bolster from the steering column support.
  6. Remove the knee bolster from the studs.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 303365 Size: SH
  1. Install the knee deflector to the studs.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the nuts that retain the knee deflector to the upper steering column support.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  3. Install the instrument panel accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
  4. Install the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement .
  5. Install the left sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .