Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
After a non-deployment accident, visually inspect the IP assembly for damage or deformation. Any visible damage indicates structural damage and therefore mandates IP assembly replacement.

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Handling Caution in Cautions and Notices.

2. Disable the SIR system.
3. Remove the upper trim panel.
4. Remove the information center telltale.
5. Remove the IP trim plates.
6. Remove the passenger inflator module.
7. Remove the rear compartment lid release enable/oil reset switch.
8. Remove the ashtray.




9. Remove the IP lower trim pad.

IMPORTANT: Remove the steering column lower mounting bolts prior to removing the upper mounting bolts or damage to the lower steering column bearing may occur. Place a protective cloth on the steering column in order to protect the column from scratches.

10. Lower the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and column tilt.
11. Remove the IP assembly upper fasteners (1).
12. Remove the IP lower fasteners (2).
13. Remove the fasteners (1) from the IP center support.
14. Full the IP assembly rearward slightly.
15. Disconnect the electrical connectors, including the antenna coax cable.
16. Disconnect the aspirator hose.
17. Remove the IP assembly.
18. Transfer all necessary components.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Partially install the IP assembly.
2. Connect the electrical connectors, including the antenna coax cable.
3. Connect the aspirator hose.

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

4. Install the IP assembly top fasteners (1) to the outer brackets.

Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 2 Nm (18 lb in).

5. Install the fasteners (2) to the left and right lower front of the IP.

Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 2 Nm (18 lb in).




6. Install the fasteners (1) to the IP center support.

Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

7. Raise the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and column tilt.
8. Install the IP lower trim pad.
9. Install the ashtray.
10. Install the rear compartment lid release enable/oil reset switch.
11. Install the passenger inflator module.
12. Install the instrument panel trim plates.
13. Install the information center telltale.
14. Install the upper trim panel.
15. Enable the SIR system.
16. Connect the negative battery cable.