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Instrument Panel Trim Panel Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Instrument Panel Trim Panel
GM1869903Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the vehicle and/or the components of the instrument panel because of hidden fasteners and retainers the instrument panel must be removed from the vehicle as an assembly.

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove the instrument panel assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement .
  2. Remove the HVAC module assembly. Refer to Air Conditioning and Heater Module Assembly Replacement .
1 Instrument Panel Trim Panel Screw (Qty: 4)
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tip:  These 4 screws are driven from the front of car rearward, and are not clearly accessible.

Tighten:  3 N.m (27 lb in)

2 Instrument Panel Trim Panel Bolt (Qty: 2)

Tighten:  10 N.m (89 lb in)

3 Instrument Panel Trim Panel Screw (Qty: 15)

Tighten:  3 N.m (27 lb in)

4 Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Lower Bolt (Qty: 2)

Tighten:  10 N.m (89 lb in)

5 Instrument Panel Trim Panel Assembly

Procedure

  1. Note the location and routing of the electrical harness to ensure proper reinstallation.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connections.
  3. When replacing the instrument panel trim panel assembly, transfer all necessary components.