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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Buick LaCrosse. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: Instrument Panel Assembly
    GM3216780Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. When replacing the instrument panel assembly apply tape to the edges of the new panel.
  2. With the aid of an assistant, position the instrument panel assembly (1) into the vehicle.
  3. Reposition the instrument panel wiring harness into vehicle position as was noted in the removal process and connect the fasteners securing the instrument panel wiring harness to the instrument panel assembly.
  4. Fig 2: Instrument Panel Assembly Fasteners
    GM3216674Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  5. Install the instrument panel assembly fasteners (1) and tighten to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
  6. Fig 3: Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Bracket Support Fasteners
    GM3216739Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Install the instrument panel inflatable restraint module bracket support fastener (1) and tighten to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
  8. Fig 4: Instrument Panel Assembly Fasteners
    GM3216714Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Install the instrument panel assembly fasteners (1) and tighten to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).
  10. Fig 5: Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet - Left Side
    GM3213149Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Install the left instrument panel outer air outlet (2). Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Left Side
  12. Fig 6: Right Instrument Panel Upper Moldings
    GM2969769Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Install the right instrument panel upper moldings (1). Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Molding Replacement - Right Side 
  14. Fig 7: Instrument Panel Compartment & Mounting Components
    GM3319173Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  15. Install the instrument compartment assembly (3). Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement 
  16. Fig 8: Steering Column
    GM3229041Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  17. Install the steering column assembly (2). Refer to Steering Column Replacement
  18. Fig 9: Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Reinforcement & Fasteners
    GM3319695Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  19. Install the instrument panel lower trim panel reinforcement (3). Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Reinforcement Replacement .
  20. Fig 10: Radio Front Speaker
    GM3220042Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  21. Install the radio front speaker (2). Refer to Radio Front Speaker Replacement .
  22. Fig 11: Instrument Cluster Assembly
    GM3322122Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  23. Install the instrument cluster (2). Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .
  24. Fig 12: Heater And Air Conditioning Remote Control
    GM2205674Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  25. Install the heater and air conditioning remote control (2). Refer to Heater and Air Conditioning Remote Control Replacement .
  26. Fig 13: Disc Player
    GM3228475Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  27. Install the disc player (2). Refer to Disc Player Replacement .
  28. Fig 14: Front Floor Console Assembly & Fasteners
    GM3211696Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  29. Install the front floor console (3). Refer to Front Floor Console Assembly Replacement .
  30. Fig 15: Windshield Garnish Molding
    GM3136285Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  31. Install the windshield garnish moldings (1). Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .
  32. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .