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Instrument Panel Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement



Instrument Panel Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the outer trim cover.
3. Disconnect the body wiring harness from the accessory wiring junction block. Pull the harness away from the block for access.
4. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) compartment.
5. Remove the junction block bolt.




6. Disengage the junction block tabs from the passenger knee bolster. Pull the junction block away from the I/P.
7. Remove the junction block.

Installation Procedure




1. Seat the bottom junction block tabs and snap the top of the junction block to the passenger knee bolster.





Notice: refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the junction block bolt.

Tighten the junction block bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

3. Connect the body wiring harnesses to the junction block.

Tighten the connector bolt to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

4. Install the I/P compartment.
5. Install the outer trim cover.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.