Dashboard / Instrument Panel: Service and Repair

DASHBOARD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

WARNING: Handling the air bag modules improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag modules, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS, before handling the air bag modules.




2. If removing the dashboard, remove the A-pillar trim and the selector lever before the dashboard removal.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Meter Hood Removal Note

1. Tilt the steering shaft down.
2. Remove the cap and panel light control switch.




3. Remove the meter hood installation screws.
4. Pull the meter hood to disengage the clips.

Steering Shaft Removal Note




1. Remove the steering shaft installation bolts.

Side Panel Removal Note




1. Pull the side panel to disengage the pins and the clips.

Dashboard Removal Note




1. Pull the dashboard up and forward to remove it.
2. Disconnect the harness connectors.

Dashboard Installation Note




1. Set the dashboard installation pin into its hole.