Instrument Panel (IP) - Accessory Trim Plate Replacement

TRIM PLATE REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) ACCESSORY

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the center console.
2. Remove the center lower closeout/insulator panel.




3. Remove the lower trim plate retaining screws.
4. Starting at the bottom of the trim plate, release the 2 lower retaining clips and the 2 intermediate retaining clips.
5. Release the 3 upper retaining clips.
6. Disconnect the electrical connectors as necessary.
7. If replacing the trim plate, perform the following steps:
1. If equipped, remove the transfer case shift control switch. Refer to Transfer Case Shift Control Switch Replacement (GMC, Buick) Transfer Case Shift Control Switch Replacement (Chevrolet).
2. Remove the rear windshield wiper switch.
3. If equipped, remove the cigar lighter and 12-volt power supply. Refer to Accessory Power Receptacle Replacement - 12 Volt in Power Outlets.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. If installing a new trim plate, perform the following steps:
1. If equipped, install the cigar lighter or 12-volt power supply outlets. Refer to Accessory Power Receptacle Replacement - 12 Volt in Power Outlets.
2. Install the rear windshield wiper switch.
3. If equipped, install the transfer case shift control switch. Refer to Transfer Case Shift Control Switch Replacement (GMC, Buick) Transfer Case Shift Control Switch Replacement (Chevrolet).




2. Connect the electrical connectors as necessary.
3. Install the trim plate to the IP. Ensure that all of the retaining clips are properly seated.
4. Install the lower trim plate retaining screws.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

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

5. Install the center closeout/insulator panel.
6. Install the center console.