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Instrument Cluster / Carrier: Service and Repair




Instrument Cluster Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the left closeout insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).
3. Remove the instrument panel cluster (IPC) bezel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement (Chevrolet) (Service and Repair)Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement (GMC) (Service and Repair).




4. Remove the screws retaining the IPC to the I/P.
5. Partially remove the IPC from the I/P in order to gain access to the electrical connector.
6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the IPC.
7. Remove the IPC from the I/P.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the IPC to the I/P.
2. Connect the electrical connector to the IPC.
3. Install the IPC to the I/P.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Install the screws to the instrument panel cluster.

Tighten the screws to 2.5 Nm (22 lb in).

5. Install the IPC bezel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement (Chevrolet) (Service and Repair)Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement (GMC) (Service and Repair).
6. Install the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).
7. Install the left closeout insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Service and Repair).
8. If installing a new IPC, program the IPC. Refer to Control Module References (Programming and Relearning).