Instrument Panel (I/P) Assembly Replacement

Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Panel (I/P) Assembly

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Callout	Component Name
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices. Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .
Instrument Panel (I/P) Assembly Replacement Preliminary Procedures Disable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 and SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 5 in SIR. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical. Remove the I/P insulators. Refer to Knee Bolster, Insulator, Molding Replacement - Instrument Panel . Remove the I/P compartment assembly. Refer to Compartment Assembly, Door, Striker, Latch Replacement - Instrument Panel . Remove the I/P driver knee bolster assembly. Refer to Knee Bolster, Insulator, Molding Replacement - Instrument Panel . Remove the I/P accessory trim plate. Refer to Accessory Trim Plate, Driver Information Display Switch Replacement - Instrument Panel . Remove the HVAC control module. Refer to HVAC Control Module Replacement . Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement . Remove the driver information center. Refer to Accessory Trim Plate, Driver Information Display Switch Replacement - Instrument Panel . Remove the I/P cluster trim plate. Refer to Cluster, Cluster Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel . Remove the I/P cluster. Refer to Cluster, Cluster Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel . Remove the I/P lower trim molding. Refer to Knee Bolster, Insulator, Molding Replacement - Instrument Panel . Remove the I/P steering column opening moldings. Refer to Knee Bolster, Insulator, Molding Replacement - Instrument Panel . Remove the windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar in Interior Trim. Remove the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Upper Trim Pad, Outer Trim Cover, Fuse Block Access Cover Replacement - Instrument Panel . Remove the steering column assembly. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column. Remove the front floor console assembly. Refer to Compartment, Door, Latch, Panel, Mat Replacement - Front Floor Console (Base) or Compartment, Door, Latch, Panel, Mat Replacement - Front Floor Console (Uplevel) . Remove the front floor console reinforcement. Refer to Bracket, Reinforcement, Side Trim Panel Replacement - Front Floor Console . Remove the front floor console bracket. Refer to Bracket, Reinforcement, Side Trim Panel Replacement - Front Floor Console . Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement in SIR. Remove the hood release handle. Refer to Hood Latch Release Handle Replacement in Body Front End. Remove the screws for the data link connector. Remove the carrier cover. Refer to Carrier Cover, Accessory Trim Panel Lower Extension Replacement - Instrument Panel . Remove the lower extension panel. Refer to Carrier Cover, Accessory Trim Panel Lower Extension Replacement - Instrument Panel .
1	Screw, I/P Carrier Trim Cover (Qty: 4) Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2	Bolt, I/P Carrier (Qty: 2) Tighten: 10 N.m (89 lb in)
3	Screw, I/P Carrier (Qty: 4) Tighten: 4 N.m (25 lb in)
4	Screw, I/P Carrier (Qty: 2) Tighten: 4 N.m (25 lb in)
5	Bolt, I/P Carrier Pivot (Qty: 2) Tighten: 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
6	Screw, Passenger Air Bag Module (Qty: 2) Tighten: 4 N.m (25 lb in)
7	Screw, I/P Carrier (Qty: 2) Tighten: 4 N.m (25 lb in)
8	Panel Assembly, I/P Tip: Lift up from the bottom of the I/P in order to release the top retainers. Remove the I/P wiring harness retainers that are attached to the I/P assembly. Remove the I/P panel assembly from the vehicle.