Instrument Panel - Installation
INSTALLATION
NOTE: LHD model shown in illustrations. RHD model similar.
NOTE: Right side shown. Left side similar.
1. Position the instrument panel into the vehicle and engage the alignment pins located on each end of the panel to the body.
2. Install the two bolts (1) to each end of the instrument panel. Tighten the bolts to 21 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the left and right end caps (2). Make sure the retaining clips are fully engaged.
4. Install the two lower instrument panel bolts (3). Tighten the bolts to 21 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the lower instrument panel storage bin Instrument Panel Lower Bin - Installation.
6. Install the center floor console Center Console - Installation.
7. Install the windshield fence nuts (1) and bolts (2). Tighten the nuts and bolts securely.
8. Connect the instrument panel electrical connectors.
9. Connect the HVAC electrical connectors.
NOTE: Right side shown. Left side similar.
10. Install the left and right cowl trim panels (1) to the door sills (2) and cowl (3). Make sure the retaining clips (4) are fully engaged.
NOTE: Left side shown. Right side similar.
11. Install the left and right front door sill scuff plates (1) to the door sills (3). Make sure the retaining clips (2) are fully engaged.
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12. Install the nut (4) that secures the instrument panel (2) to the stud located near the blower motor. Tighten the nut securely
13. Install the glove box (3).
14. Install the instrument panel center bezel (1). Make sure the retaining clips are fully engaged.
15. Install the steering column Steering Column - Installation.
16. Install the steering column cover (5). Make sure the retaining clips are fully engaged.
17. Install the defroster grille (1). Make sure the retaining clips are fully engaged.
NOTE: Left side shown. Right side similar.
18. Connect the electrical connectors located at the left and right A-pillar.
19. Install the A-pillar trim panels A-Pillar Trim Panel - Installation.
20. Reconnect the negative battery cable.