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Instrument Panel Carrier Support Replacement With RPO SLT


Object Number: 1698711  Size: MF

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Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Remove the instrument panel carrier assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement.
  2. Remove the body control module bracket. Refer to Body Control Module Bracket Replacement.
  3. Remove the communication interface module, if equipped. Refer to Communication Interface Module Replacement.
  4. Remove the digital radio receiver, if equipped. Refer to Digital Radio Receiver Replacement.

1

Instrument Panel Carrier to HVAC Duct Screws (Qty 2)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
2 N·m (18 lb in)

2

Instrument Panel Carrier Support Assembly Bolt (Qty: 1)

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

3

Instrument Panel Carrier Support Assembly Bolts (Qty: 4)

Tighten
22 N·m (16 lb ft)

4

Instrument Panel Carrier Support Assembly

Procedure

  1. Note location and routing of the instrument panel wiring harness prior to removal of the instrument panel carrier support assembly to ensure proper reinstallation.
  2. Disconnect the wiring harness from the instrument panel carrier support assembly.
  3. With the aid of an assistant, remove the instrument panel carrier support assembly from the vehicle.
  4. If replacing the instrument panel carrier support assembly, transfer all necessary components.

Instrument Panel Carrier Support Replacement Without RPO SLT


Object Number: 1835557  Size: MF

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Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove the instrument panel lower trim panel assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Replacement.
  2. Remove the body control module bracket. Refer to Body Control Module Bracket Replacement.

1

Instrument Panel Carrier to HVAC Duct Screws (Qty 2)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
2 N·m (18 lb in)

2

Instrument Panel Carrier Support Bolt (Qty: 7)

Tighten
22 N·m (16 lb ft)

3

Instrument Panel Carrier Support Assembly

Procedure

  1. Note location and routing of the instrument panel wiring harness prior to removal of the instrument panel carrier support assembly to ensure proper reinstallation.
  2. Disconnect the wiring harness from the instrument panel carrier support assembly.
  3. With the aid of an assistant, remove the instrument panel carrier support assembly from the vehicle.
  4. If replacing the instrument panel carrier support assembly, transfer all necessary components.