Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement

Preliminary Procedures

1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Remove both windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .
3. Remove the front floor console assembly. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement .
4. Remove the communication interface module. Refer to Communication Interface Module Replacement .
5. Remove the heater and air conditioning control. Refer to Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement , and Heater and Air Conditioning Remote Control Replacement .
6. Remove the steering column lower trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement .
7. Remove the instrument panel compartment assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement .
8. Remove the instrument panel lower trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side .
9. Remove the instrument cluster. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .
10. Remove the radio front speakers. Refer to Radio Front Speaker Replacement .

Procedure

1. Disconnect the wiring harness from the I/P assembly.
2. With the aid of an assistant, remove the I/P assembly from the vehicle.
3. If replacing the I/P assembly, transfer all necessary components.