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Instrument Panel (IP) - Accessory Trim Plate Replacement



TRIM PLATE REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) ACCESSORY

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Open the ashtray or the cupholder.




2. Remove the following sets of screws:
- Two screws from the front of the trim panel. For access to the front screws, remove the ashtray or the cupholder.
- Two screws from the bottom of the trim panel. For access to the bottom screws, remove the console storage box.
3. Use a small, flat-bladed tool in order to remove the upper tabs on the IP accessory trim plate from the instrument panel.
4. Disconnect the electrical connectors, if equipped.
5. Remove the IP accessory trim plate from the instrument panel.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the IP accessory trim plate to the instrument panel.
2. Connect the electrical connectors, if equipped.
3. Align the upper tabs of the IP accessory trim plate to the instrument panel.
4. Install the following sets of screws:
- Two screws to the front of the trim panel
- Two screws to the bottom of the trim panel
5. Tighten all of the screws.

Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

6. Install the console storage box, if required.
7. Install the ashtray or the cupholder, if required.
8. Close the ashtray or the cupholder.