Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement Chevrolet

Caution: When you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, you must disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause air bag deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.

1. Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
2. Remove the instrument panel (IP) insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
3. Remove the knee bolster deflector. Refer to Knee Bolster Deflector Replacement - Left Side .
4. Loosen the steering column upper support nuts.
5. Lower the steering column.



6. Remove the IP cluster trim bezel screws.
7. Remove the IP cluster trim bezel.

1. Install the IP cluster trim bezel.

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 cluster trim bezel screws.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

3. Raise the steering column.
4. Install the steering column upper support nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

5. Install the knee bolster deflector. Refer to Knee Bolster Deflector Replacement - Left Side .
6. Install the IP insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.

Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement Pontiac

1. Remove the fog lamp switch. Refer to Fog Lamp Switch Replacement in Lighting Systems.
2. Unsnap the instrument panel (IP) cluster trim bezel.
3. Remove the IP cluster trim bezel from the vehicle.

1. Align the IP cluster bezel over the cluster.
2. Insert the locating pins on the IP cluster bezel into the appropriate holes in the IP.
3. Snap the fasteners on the IP cluster bezel into the IP in order to secure.
4. Install the fog lamp switch. Refer to Fog Lamp Switch Replacement in Lighting Systems.