- Install the IP carrier and steering column support bracket assembly
to the vehicle.
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.
- Install the 6 nuts that retain the HVAC module to the IP carrier.
Tighten
Tighten the HVAC module to the IP carrier nuts to 10 N·m (88 lb in).
- Install
the center bolt (1) retaining the steering column support bracket to the
left cowl side carrier bracket.
- Install the upper and lower bolts retaining the steering column support
bracket to the left cowl side carrier bracket.
- Install
the center bolt (1) retaining the IP carrier to the right cowl side carrier
bracket.
- Install the upper and lower bolts retaining the IP carrier to the right
cowl side carrier bracket.
Tighten
Starting with the center bolts (1), tighten the 6 cowl side carrier bracket
bolts to 50 N·m (36 lb ft).
- Install
and attach the IP wire harness to the IP carrier.
- Connect the radio antenna cable located near the blower motor.
- Install the SIR harness to the IP carrier.
- Install the radio harness to the IP carrier.
- Install the temperature sensors to the ventilation ducts.
- Install the transfer case control module to the steering column support
bracket.
- Install the 2 bolts (1) located at the top of the steering column support
bracket.
Tighten
Tighten the upper steering column support bracket bolts to 50 N·m
(36 lb ft).
- Install the 2 bolts (1) located underneath the steering column support
bracket.
Tighten
Tighten the lower steering column support bracket bolts to 50 N·m
(36 lb ft).
- Install the IP wire harness retaining screws (1) to the IP support bracket
located near the steering column support bracket.
Tighten
Tighten the IP wire harness screws to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).
- Install
the IPC wire harness attachments (1) to the steering column support bracket
and IP carrier.
- Install the speaker wire harness attachments to the steering column support
bracket and IP carrier.
- Install the side window defogger duct.
- Install the screw retaining the defogger duct to the IP carrier.
Tighten
Tighten the defogger duct screw to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).
- Install the HVAC center support bracket (5) to the HVAC module.
- Install the nuts retaining the HVAC center support bracket to the HVAC
module (2).
Tighten
Tighten the center support bracket nuts to 10 N·m (88 lb in).
- Install the splice pack to the floor panel.
Tighten
Tighten the splice pack retaining bolt to 10 N·m (88 lb in).
- Install the steering column. Refer to
Steering Column Replacement
in Steering Wheel and Column.
- Install the IP.
Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement
.
- Install the center floor console. Refer to
Console Replacement
.