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Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left



Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the 2 screws that retain the insulator panel to the instrument panel (IP).
2. Release the insulator panel retaining clip from the IP substrate.
3. Lower the insulator panel.




4. Remove the 2 data link connector (DLC) retaining screws.
5. Remove the DLC from the insulator panel.
6. Remove the courtesy lamp from the insulator panel.
7. Remove the splice pack from the insulator panel.
8. Remove the hazard and turn signal flasher from the insulator panel.
9. Remove the insulator panel from the IP.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the insulator panel to the IP.
2. Install the hazard and turn signal flasher to the insulator panel.
3. Install the splice pack to the insulator panel.
4. Install the courtesy lamp to the insulator panel.
5. Position the DLC to the insulator panel.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

6. Install the DLC retaining screws.

Tighten the DLC retaining screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).




7. Install the insulator panel tabs to the cowl slots.




8. Raise the insulator panel to the IP.
9. Install the insulator panel retaining clip to the IP substrate.
10. Install the 2 screws that retain the insulator panel to the IP.

Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).