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Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement




Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Carefully use a plastic flat-bladed tool to release the trim plate retaining clips.
2. Remove the trim plate from the instrument panel (I/P).
3. Disconnect the electrical connectors, as necessary.
4. If necessary, remove the center air outlets. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement (Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement).

Installation Procedure

Important: Attach the center air outlets to the trim plate before installing the trim plate to the I/P.





1. If necessary, install the center air outlets to the trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement (Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement).




2. Install the electrical connectors, as necessary.
3. Position the trim plate to the I/P.
4. Ensure the retaining clips are indexed to the corresponding slots provided in the I/P.
5. Seat the trim plate retaining clips to the I/P.