Instrument Panel (IP) - Carrier Replacement

Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement (Pontiac)

Removal Procedure




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Restraint Systems.
3. With a flat-bladed tool remove the Instrument panel (IP) defroster grille.
4. Remove the IP outer trim cover screws.
5. Remove the outer trim covers from the IP carrier.
6. Remove the screws for the HVAC control. Leave the harnesses connected to the HVAC control and position aside. Refer to Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement (Chevrolet) Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement (Pontiac) in HVAC Systems - Manual
7. Remove the radio screws.
8. Disconnect the electrical connectors and coaxial cable from the radio.
9. Remove the radio from the IP carrier.
10. Remove the right IP trim panel screws.
11. Remove the right IP trim panel from the IP carrier (3).
12. Remove the IP trim pad.
13. Remove the IP SIR module.
14. Remove the air distribution ducts screws.
15. Remove the air distribution duct.
16. Remove the steering wheel.
17. Remove the tilt lever.
18. Remove the washer lever.
19. Remove the screws (4) from the IP carrier (3).
20. Remove the IP carrier (3) from the lower tie bar (2).
21. Remove the IP carrier (3) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Place the IP carrier (3) into the vehicle.
2. Install the IP carrier (3) to the tie bar (2).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the screws (4) to the IP carrier (3).

Tighten the screws to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

4. Install the tilt lever.
5. Install the washer switch.
6. Install the steering wheel.
7. Install the air distribution ducts.
8. Install the air distribution screws.

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

9. Install the right IP trim panel to the IP carrier (3).
10. Install the right IP trim panel screws.

Tighten the screws to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

11. Connect the electrical connectors and the antenna coaxial cable to the radio.
12. Install the radio to the IP carrier.
13. Install the radio screws.

Tighten the screws to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

14. Install the HVAC control.
15. Install the IP SIR module.
16. Install the IP outer trim covers.
17. Install the IP outer trim cover screws.

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

18. Install the IP defroster grille to the IP trim pad.
Press into place until fully seated.
19. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Restraint Systems.
20. Connect the negative battery cable.