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Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement



Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Restraint System Service Precautions.




1. Remove the knee bolster trim panel.
2. Remove the nuts (2) securing the knee bolster (1) to the knee bolster brackets.
3. Remove the knee bolster (1).




4. Remove the nuts (1) securing the inner and outer knee bolster brackets (2) to the instrument panel (I/P).
5. Remove the knee bolster brackets (2).

Installation Procedure




1. Align the inner and outer knee bolster brackets (2) to the I/P.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the nuts (1).

Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (88 lb in).




3. Install the knee bolster (1) to the knee bolster brackets.
4. Install the nuts (2).

Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (88 lb in).

5. Install the knee bolster trim panel.