Instrument Panel (IP) - Assembly Replacement

Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the knee bolster.
2. Remove the knee bolster reinforcement.
3. Remove the knee deflector bracket.
4. Remove the tubular tie bar from under the steering column.
5. Remove the steering column.




6. Remove the IP storage compartment door.




7. Remove the PSIR bracket.




8. Remove the left and the right lower instrument panel pivot bolts.




9. Remove the center support screw.
10. Pivot the instrument panel.



Installation Procedure

1. Pivot the instrument panel forward.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the 3 upper IP to dash screws.

Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).





3. Install the left and the right lower instrument panel pivot bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

4. Install the PSIR bracket.




5. Install the center support screw.
6. Install the steering column.
7. Install the tubular tie bar under steering column.
8. Install the knee deflector bracket.

Tighten the knee deflector bracket bolts to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

9. Install the knee bolster reinforcement.

Tighten the bolts to 7 N.m (62 lb in).

10. Install the knee bolster.




11. Install the IP storage compartment door.