Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Removal/InstallationNOTE:
- When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
- Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related parts.
1. Tilt the steering column down.
2. Remove the steering column upper cover.
3. Remove the instrument panel (A).
1. Remove the screws.
2. Gently pull out along the bottom to release the lower clips (B), then along the top to release the remaining clips (B and C).
3. Disconnect the TCS/cruise control main switch connector (D) (3.2 TL) or VSA/cruise control main switch connector (D) (3.2 TL-S), front fog light switch connector ('02-03 models) (E), moon roof switch connector (F), select/reset switch connector (G) and hazard warning switch connector (H). Without navigation unit, disconnect the clock connector and climate control unit connectors.
4. Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and make sure each connector is plugged in properly.