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Instrument Panel Assembly: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

AIRBAG system wiring harness is routed on steering support beam.

CAUTION:
  • All AIRBAG system wiring harness and connectors are colored yellow. Do not use electrical test equipment on these circuits.
  • Be careful not to damage AIRBAG system wiring harness when servicing the instrument panel.
  1. Disconnect GND cable from battery.
  2. Remove shift knob (MT model).
  3. Remove console cover (A) and front cover (B).
    Fig 1: Removing Console Cover & Front Cover (B)
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  4. Remove console box.
    Fig 2: Removing Console Box
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  5. Remove lower cover and then disconnect connector.
    Fig 3: Removing Lower Cover & Disconnecting Connector
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  6. Disconnect data link connector (A) from lower cover.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Data Link Connector From Lower Cover
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  7. Remove knee panel.
    Fig 5: Removing Knee Panel
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  8. Remove glove box.
    Fig 6: Removing Glove Box
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  9. Remove center panel and disconnect connector.
  10. Remove audio (radio).
    Fig 7: Removing Center Panel & Disconnecting Connector
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  11. Remove two bolts and lower steering column.
    Fig 8: Removing Two Bolts & Lower Steering Column
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  12. Set temperature control switch to "FULL HOT", mode selector switch to "DEF" position and recirculation switch to "FRESH" position.
  13. Disconnect temperature control cable and mode control cable from heater unit then disconnect recirculation control cable from intake unit.
    NOTE: Do not move switch and link when installing.
    Fig 9: Removing Temperature Control Panel
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  14. Disconnect harness connectors and then remove the installing bolts and nuts.
    CAUTION: Be sure to hold socket section and not harness when disconnecting.
    NOTE: Put matching mark, if necessary, for easy reassembly.
    Fig 10: Disconnecting Harness Connectors & Removing Bolts & Nuts
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  15. Remove front defroster grille and two bolts.
    Fig 11: Removing Front Defroster Grille & Two Bolts
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  16. Remove instrument panel carefully from the body.
    CAUTION:
    • Take care not to scratch the instrument panel and related parts.
    • When storing removed instrument panel with passenger AIRBAG module, place it standing up on the floor.
    Fig 12: Placing Instrument Panel With Passenger AIRBAG Module Standing Up On Floor
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