Dashboard / Instrument Panel: Service and Repair

Fig. 52 Sound Insulator Removal:

Fig. 53 Driver Knee Bolster & Deflector Removal:

Fig. 54 Instrument Panel Removal:

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove both sound insulator assemblies, Fig. 52.
3. Remove removable top assembly, then window rail trim panel assembly.
4. Remove knee bolster assembly and deflector, Fig. 53.
5. Remove stop lamp switch before lowering steering column.

CAUTION: Failure to remove stop lamp switch before lowering steering column may cause the switch to be damaged or thrown out of adjustment resulting in a malfunctioning switch or premature brake failure.

6. Lower steering column.
7. Remove trim panel and trim plate assemblies.
8. Remove bezel and instrument cluster assemblies.
9. Remove radio and temperature control assemblies.
10. Remove left side duct assemblies.
11. Remove transmission gear shift knob, cover and console assemblies.
12. Remove fuse block, then disconnect the Data Link Connector (DLC).
13. Remove hazard and chime assembly.
14. Remove upper bolts and screws, lower nuts and reposition carrier.
15. Remove air duct and audio alarm assemblies.
16. Disconnect wiring harness from panel, then remove panel, Fig. 54.
17. Reverse procedure to install.