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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the instrument panel assembly (2) to the vehicle. Ensure that the retaining clips are fully engaged. Secure the assembly to the instrument panel reinforcement with the 2 screws (1).
  2. Route and install the IP wiring harness to the retainers.
    Fig 1: Installing Instrument Panel Assembly
    G01640058Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Connect the park brake switch electrical connector (1).
    Fig 2: Connecting Park Brake Switch Electrical Connector
    G01640059Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the oxygen sensor (H02S-2) electrical connector (1).
    Fig 3: Connecting Oxygen Sensor (H02S-2) Electrical Connector
    G01640060Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the daytime running lamp control module electrical connector (2).
    Fig 4: Connecting Daytime Running Lamp Control Module Electrical Connector
    G01640061Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the 8 connectors to Junction Block #2 (1).
    Fig 5: Connecting 8 Connectors To Junction Block #2
    G01640062Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Connect the connectors (1) at the right IP center support brace (2).
    Fig 6: Connecting Connectors At Right IP Center Support Brace
    G01640063Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the connectors (1) at the left IP center support brace (2).
    Fig 7: Connecting Connectors At Left IP Center Support Brace
    G01640064Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Connect the 3 connectors which are located in the connector cavity (2) in the left body hinge pillar (1).
  10. Fig 8: Connecting 3 Connectors Which Are Located In Connector Cavity In Left Body Hinge Pillar
    G01640065Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Connect the following electrical connectors:
    • The automatic transaxle shift lock control module
    • The shift lock park switch
    • The 4 connectors to Junction Block #1
  12. Install the IP compartment door lock striker bracket screw.
    NOTE: 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.
  13. Install the instrument panel compartment reinforcements (4). Secure the reinforcements with the 2 bolts.
    Fig 9: Installing Instrument Panel Compartment Reinforcements
    G01640066Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the reinforcement bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  14. Install the inflatable restraint IP module. Refer to AIR BAG MODULES .
  15. Install the ambient light sensor (1) to the instrument panel assembly. Ensure that the retaining tabs are fully engaged.
    Fig 10: Installing Ambient Light Sensor To Instrument Panel Assembly
    G01640067Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Connect the ambient light sensor electrical connector (2).
    Fig 11: Connecting Ambient Light Sensor Electrical Connector
    G01640068Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Connect the following electrical connectors:
    • The rear defogger switch (1), if equipped
    • The hazard warning switch (2)
    Fig 12: Connecting Rear Defogger Switch And Hazard Warning Switch
    G01640069Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  18. Install the rear defogger switch/hazard warning switch assembly (3) to the instrument panel assembly. Ensure that the retaining clips are fully engaged.
  19. Connect the following electrical connectors:
    • The IP lamp dimmer (2)
    • The outside rearview mirror switch (1), if equipped
    Fig 13: Installing IP Lamp Dimmer/Outside Rearview Mirror Switch Assembly
    G01640070Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  20. Install the IP lamp dimmer/outside rearview mirror switch assembly (3) to the instrument panel assembly. Ensure that the retaining clips are fully engaged.
  21. Install the windshield side garnish moldings (1).
    Fig 14: Installing Windshield Side Garnish Moldings
    G01640071Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  22. Install the 2 ground wires (1) to the IP center support braces. Secure the wires with 1 bolt each.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the ground wire bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

    Fig 15: Installing 2 Ground Wires To IP Center Support Braces
    G01640072Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  23. Connect the following connectors to the heater control assembly:
    • The blower motor switch (2)
    • The A/C switch
      Fig 16: Connecting Blower Motor Switch And A/C Switch
      G01640073Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  24. Install the heater control assembly (2) with the control cables attached. Secure the assembly with the 2 screws (1).
    Fig 17: Installing Heater Control Assembly With Control Cables Attached
    G01640074Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  25. Install the following control cables to the heater case assembly:
    • The vent (3)
    • The temperature (2)
    • The mode (1)
    Fig 18: Installing Vent, Temperature And Mode Control Cables To The Heater Case Assembly
    G01640075Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  26. Adjust the following control cables as necessary. Refer to the following procedures:
  27. Install Junction Block #2 (1) to the instrument panel assembly. Secure the block with 1 screw (2).
    Fig 19: Installing Junction Block #2 To Instrument Panel Assembly
    G01640076Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  28. Install the powertrain control module (3) to the vehicle. Secure the module with the 3 bolts (1).
    Fig 20: Installing Powertrain Control Module To Vehicle
    G01640077Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the PCM mounting bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

  29. Connect the 3 powertrain control module electrical connectors (2).
  30. Install the front floor front console (2) to the vehicle. Secure the console with the 2 screws.
  31. Install the front floor rear console. Refer to CONSOLE REPLACEMENT - Rear Floor .
  32. Install the automatic transaxle control opening cover bezel (1), if equipped.
    Fig 21: Install the automatic transaxle control opening cover bezel
    G01640078Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  33. Install the manual transaxle control lever bezel and boot (2), if equipped.
  34. Install the instrument panel compartment. Refer to COMPARTMENT REPLACEMENT - IP .
    Fig 22: Installing Manual Transaxle Control Lever Bezel And Boot
    G01640079Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  35. Connect the following components to the radio:
    • The antenna (1)
    • The electrical connector
    Fig 23: Connecting Antenna And Electrical Connector
    G01640080Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  36. Install the radio. Refer to RADIO REPLACEMENT .
  37. Install the IP accessory center trim plate. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - IP Center .
  38. Install the instrument cluster assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement .
  39. Install the steering column. Refer to STEERING COLUMN REPLACEMENT .
  40. Install the steering column upper trim cover (2) to the vehicle. Secure the trim cover with the screw (3).
    Fig 24: Installing Steering Column Upper Trim Cover
    G01640081Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  41. Install the steering column lower trim cover (6) to the vehicle. Secure the trim cover with the 3 screws.
  42. Fig 25: Installing Steering Column Lower Trim Cover
    G01640082Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  43. Install the IP drivers knee bolster reinforcement. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement .
  44. Install the body hinge pillar trim panels. Refer to TRIM REPLACEMENT -- HINGE PILLAR .
  45. Enable the SIR system. DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
  46. Connect the negative battery cable.