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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2005 🢒 Vibe - FWD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Instrument Panel Center Trim Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 835188 Size: SH
  1. Using a taped flat bladed tool, gently pry and release the retaining clips which secure the IP accessory center trim plate (1) to the instrument panel assembly.
  2. Disconnect the following components:
    3. • The A/C switch electrical connector
    • The hazard warning switch electrical connector
    • The rear defogger switch electrical connector
    • The passenger seat belt indicator electrical connector
  3. Remove the A/C switch, if necessary. Refer to Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement in HVAC Systems - Manual.
  4. Remove the hazard warning switch, if necessary. Refer to Hazard Warning Switch Replacement .
  5. Remove the rear defogger switch, if necessary. Refer to Rear Window Defogger Switch Replacement .
  6. Press the locking tabs and remove the passenger seat belt indicator from the IP center trim panel.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 835188 Size: SH
  1. Slide the passenger seat belt indicator into the IP center trim panel until the locking tabs engage.
  2. Install the rear defogger switch, if removed. Refer to Rear Window Defogger Switch Replacement .
  3. Install the hazard warning switch, if removed. Refer to Hazard Warning Switch Replacement .
  4. Install the A/C switch, if removed. Refer to Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement in HVAC Systems - Manual.
  5. Connect the following components:
    6. • The passenger seat belt indicator electrical connector
    • The rear defogger switch electrical connector
    • The hazard warning switch electrical connector
    • The A/C switch electrical connector
  6. Install the IP accessory center trim plate (1) to the IP assembly. Ensure that the retaining clips are fully engaged.