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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Oldsmobile 🢒 2003 🢒 Aurora 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console 🢒 Instrument Panel Outer Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling and SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.
  2. Remove the I/P carrier. Refer to Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 497524 Size: SH
  3. Remove the fasteners from the I/P end bracket to the hinge pillar.
  4. Remove the I/P end bracket.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 497524 Size: SH
  1. Position the I/P end bracket to the hinge pillar.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the fasteners in order to secure the I/P end bracket to the hinge pillar.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  3. Install the I/P carrier. Refer to Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement .
  4. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling and SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.