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Access Cover: Service and Repair



Engine Cover Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the front passenger seat. Refer to Seat Replacement (Seat Replacement) in Seats
2. Remove the instrument panel lower extension, if equipped. Refer toInstrument Panel (I/P) Extension Replacement (Instrument Panel (IP) - Extension Replacement) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
3. Remove the left knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement - Left (Knee Bolster Replacement - Left) .
4. Remove the right knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement - Right (Knee Bolster Replacement - Right) .
5. Release the engine cover retainers (1, 3).
6. Remove the engine cover from the vehicle (2).



Installation Procedure






Important: Ensure that the engine cover sealing strip is properly seated between the engine cover and the vehicle.


1. Install the engine cover to the vehicle (2).
2. Install the engine cover retainers (1, 3).
3. Install the left knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement - Left (Knee Bolster Replacement - Left) .
4. Install the right knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement - Right (Knee Bolster Replacement - Right) .
5. Install the instrument panel lower extension, if equipped. Refer toInstrument Panel (I/P) Extension Replacement (Instrument Panel (IP) - Extension Replacement) .
6. Install the front passenger seat. Refer to Seat Replacement (Seat Replacement) in Seats