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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2001 🢒 Firebird 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console 🢒 Instrument Panel Compartment Door Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 523628 Size: SH
  1. Open the instrument panel (IP) compartment door.
  2. Remove the contents of the IP compartment.
  3. Remove the IP compartment hinge screws.
  4. Remove the IP compartment door from the IP.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 523628 Size: SH
  1. Install the IP compartment door to the IP.

    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 IP compartment hinge screws.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 2.8 N·m (25 lb in).

  3. Install the contents of the IP compartment.
  4. Close the IP compartment door.