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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad Remover

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 182459  Size: SH
  1. Use the J 38778 in order to remove the push-in retainers from the left instrument panel (IP) insulator.
  2. Lower the insulator from the IP. Rotate the courtesy lamp counterclockwise.

  3. Object Number: 455211  Size: SH
  4. Pull the left IP insulator rearward from the stud at the accelerator pedal.

  5. Object Number: 478483  Size: SH
  6. Remove the left IP insulator.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 182459  Size: SH
  1. Position the courtesy lamp into the left IP insulator. Rotate the courtesy lamp clockwise to secure correctly.

  2. Object Number: 455211  Size: SH
  3. Align the IP insulator with the stud at the accelerator pedal.

  4. Object Number: 478483  Size: SH
  5. Install the left IP insulator to the instrument panel.
  6. Install the push-in retainers to the left IP insulator.