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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement

  2. Object Number: 1251761  Size: SH
  3. Release the tab (1) retaining the data link communication (DLC) connector to the knee bolster.
  4. Remove the DLC connector from the knee bolster.

  5. Object Number: 1276396  Size: SH
  6. Remove the fasteners retaining the knee bolster to the instrument panel (I/P) structure.

  7. Object Number: 1276397  Size: SH
  8. Release the intrigal knee bolster hangars (1) from the I/P structure.
  9. Remove the knee bolster from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1276397  Size: SH
  1. Position the knee bolster to the vehicle.
  2. Hang the knee bolster (1) on the I/P structure.
  3. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1276396  Size: SH
  4. Install the fasteners retaining the knee bolster to the I/P structure. Tighten the fasteners to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  5. Object Number: 1251761  Size: SH
  6. Install the DLC connector to the knee bolster, ensuring the tab (1) is properly seated.
  7. Install the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement.