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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2006 🢒 Torrent 🢒 Body 🢒 Lighting Systems 🢒 Ambient Light Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1344269 Size: SH
  1. Remove the access panel covers from the upper trim pad.
  2. Remove the I/P cluster trim panel. Refer to Instrument Cluster Trim Panel Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  3. Remove the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.

    4. Object Number: 1407410 Size: SH
  4. Remove the upper trim pad bolts.
  5. Lift the upper trim pad to disengage the clips.

    6. Object Number: 1344270 Size: SH
  6. Twist the ambient light sensor to remove the sensor from the upper trim pad.
  7. Disconnect the electrical connector from the ambient light sensor.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1344270 Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connector to the ambient light sensor.
  2. Align the sensor to the upper trim pad and twist into place.

    3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1407410 Size: SH
  3. Align the upper trim pad to the I/P and fasten the bolts in place.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  4. Install the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  5. Install the I/P cluster trim panel. Refer to Instrument Cluster Trim Panel Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.

    6. Object Number: 1344269 Size: SH
  6. Install the access panel covers to the upper trim pad.
  7. Test the ambient light sensor for proper operation.