Preliminary Procedures

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
2. Remove the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
3. Remove the instrument panel upper trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
4. Remove the instrument panel accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
5. Remove the left air outlet. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Left Side .
6. Remove the center air outlet. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement .
7. Remove the right air outlet. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Right Side .
8. Remove the instrument panel outer trim covers. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement .
9. Remove the instrument panel cluster trim plate bezel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement .
10. Remove the instrument panel lower moldings. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Molding Replacement .
11. Remove the instrument panel inflatable restraint module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement .

1

Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Screws (Qty: 12)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tighten
2 N·m (18 lb in)

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Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Assembly

3

Retainer Clips (Qty: 4)