For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove the hood release lever screws.
- Remove the hood release lever from the trim panel.
- Remove the screw retaining the trim panel.
- Pull rearward on the trim panel to release the retaining clips.
- Use a flat-bladed tool to remove the park brake release handle from the park brake release cable. Release the retaining tabs located behind the handle.
- In order to remove the cable from the trim panel, reach behind the panel and rotate the cable clockwise past the molded bumps (1).
- Remove the trim panel from the vehicle.
The trim panel will be tethered to the vehicle by the park brake release cable.
Installation Procedure
- Position the trim panel to the instrument panel (I/P).
- In order to install the cable to the trim panel, insert the cable into the trim panel and rotate the cable counterclockwise past the molded bumps (1), until seated.
- Install the park brake release handle to the cable ensuring the retaining tabs are fully seated.
- Align the trim panel retaining clips to the I/P.
- Install the screw retaining the trim panel. Tighten the screw to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).
- Install the hood release lever to the trim panel.
- Install the hood release lever screws. Tighten the screws to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).
Push the trim panel forward into the I/P, seating the retaining clips.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
