Knee Diverter: Service and Repair

Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Restraint Systems.
3. Remove the instrument panel (I/P).
4. Remove the from the I/P driver knee bolster reinforcement bolts.
5. Remove the I/P driver knee bolster reinforcement.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the I/P driver knee bolster reinforcement.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the I/P driver knee bolster reinforcement bolts in the sequence shown.

Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

3. Install the I/P.
4. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Restraint Systems.
5. Connect the battery negative cable.