Dimmer Switch: Service and Repair

Instrument Panel Lamp Dimmer Switch Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the closeout/insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) .




3. Remove the retaining screws from the bottom of the switch pad.
4. Pull outward to disengage the retaining clip.
5. Disconnect the electrical connectors.




6. Remove the retaining screws from the instrument panel (I/P) dimmer switch.
7. Remove the I/P dimmer switch.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the I/P dimmer switch to the I/P cluster bezel.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

2. Install the retaining screws to the I/P dimmer switch.

Tighten the screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).





3. Connect the I/P dimmer switch electrical connector.
4. Install the retaining screw at the bottom of the I/P dimmer switch pad.

Tighten the screw to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

5. Install the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) .
6. Install the closeout/insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Service and Repair) .