- If replacing the I/P, install the air distribution duct vents to the instrument panel. Refer to
Air Distributor Duct Replacement .
- If replacing the I/P, install the passenger inflatable restraint module to the instrument panel. Refer to
Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement .
- With the aid of an assistant, install the instrument panel to the vehicle.
Important: Ensure the wiring harnesses and electrical connectors are not pinched behind the instrument panel and are positioned for proper connection.
- Fully seat the instrument panel to the positioning locators.
Important: Do not tighten the I/P retaining bolts until all of the bolts have been loosely installed.
- Install the bolts securing the middle and upper portion of the instrument panel to the vehicle.
- Install the bolts that secure the lower portion of the instrument panel 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.
- Complete the installation of all of the bolts that retain the I/P to the vehicle.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 7 N·m (62 lb in).
- Install the side window defogger outlet screw.
Tighten
Tighten the screw to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).
- Install the right I/P access cover.
- Install the front upper speakers, if equipped. Refer to
Front Upper Speaker Replacement .
- Install the trim pad. Refer to
Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement .
- Install the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to
Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
- If replacing the I/P, Install the headlamp switch bezel. Refer to
Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement - Left Side .
- Install the headlamp switch to the bezel. Refer to
Headlamp Switch Replacement .
- Install the left I/P access cover.
- Install the HVAC control module wire harness attachment (1) to the I/P substrate.
- Install the HVAC control module. Refer to
HVAC Control Module Replacement .
- Install the radio. Refer to
Radio Replacement .
- Install the I/P cluster. Refer to
Instrument Cluster Replacement .
- Install the I/P cluster bezel, Chevrolet only. Refer to
Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement .
- Install the I/P accessory trim plate, GMC only. Refer to
Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
- Install the I/P lower sound insulator, GMC or Chevrolet only. Refer to
Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement .
- Install the center console. Refer to
Console Replacement .
- Install the I/P compartment door. Refer to
Instrument Panel Compartment Door Replacement .
- Install the right closeout/insulator panel. Refer to
Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
- Install the steering column. Refer to
Steering Column Replacement .
- Install the left HVAC floor duct (1).
- Install the left HVAC floor duct push pin (2).
- Install the knee bolster. Refer to
Knee Bolster Replacement .
- Install the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to
Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement .
- Install the left closeout/insulator panel. Refer to
Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to
SIR Disabling and Enabling .