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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2007 🢒 Vibe - FWD 🢒 Body Hardware and Trim 🢒 Instrument Panel and Console Trim 🢒 Instrument Panel Carrier Support Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 844460 Size: SH
  1. Remove the upper I/P panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement .
  2. Remove the lower I/P panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
  3. Disengage the wire harness clamps.
  4. Remove the instrument panel pad lower bolts (12).
  5. Remove the instrument panel pad lower (11).
  6. Remove ground cable.
  7. Remove the I/P center support braces (6, 9). Refer to Instrument Panel Center Support Bracket Replacement .
  8. Remove the windshield defroster nozzle duct from the heater case assembly.
  9. Remove the following retainers from the instrument panel reinforcement at the hinge pillars:
    10. • The 7 bolts
    • The 1 nut
  10. Route out harness and remove the instrument panel reinforcement (4) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 844460 Size: SH

    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.

  1. Install the I/P reinforcement (4) to the vehicle. Secure the reinforcement with the following fasteners:
    2. • The 7 bolts
    • The 1 nut

    Tighten
    Tighten the instrument panel reinforcement bolts and nuts to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).

  2. Reroute harness through the I/P reinforcement.
  3. Install the windshield defroster nozzle duct to the heater case assembly.
  4. Install the I/P center support braces. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Support Bracket Replacement .
  5. Install the ground cable.
  6. Install the instrument panel pad lower (11) to the carrier support (4) and secure the lower pad with the bolts (12).
  7. Connect the wire harness clamps.
  8. Install the lower I/P panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
  9. Install the upper I/P panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement .