Instrument Panel (IP) - Retainer Replacement

Instrument Panel Retainer Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling and to SIR Disabling and Enabling in Restraint Systems.
2. Remove the left closeout/insulator panel.
3. Remove the right closeout/insulator panel.
4. Remove the defroster grille.
5. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) outer trim covers.
6. Remove the I/P cluster trim plate bezel.
7. Remove the I/P cluster.
8. Remove the I/P upper trim pad.
9. Remove the head up display (HUD).




10. Remove the fastener (3) securing the HUD bracket (1) to the HVAC cross car duct (2).
11. Remove the radio.
12. Disconnect the theft deterrent module electrical connector.
13. Remove the HVAC programmer.
14. Remove the knee bolster.




15. Remove the fasteners securing the steering column to the I/P carrier, lower and position the column out of the way.
16. Remove the center console, if equipped.
17. Remove the I/P storage compartment.
18. Remove the hazard warning lamp switch.




19. Remove the fasteners securing the I/P retainer to the I/P carrier.
20. Disconnect the 2 main wire harness connectors at the top of the I/P.
21. Disconnect the flat wire harness connector from the tab on the I/P carrier.
22. Feed the driver information center (DIC) wire through the opening in the I/P retainer




23. Disconnect the radio antenna extension cable (1) from the radio cavity by sliding the cable connection upwards out of the retainer (2).
24. Feed the I/P storage compartment wiring through the I/P retainer.
25. Remove the air temperature sensors from the HVAC ducts by turning 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
26. Disconnect the fog lamp switch electrical connector.
27. Remove the ignition lock cylinder.
28. Remove the ignition switch.




29. Remove the fasteners (1) securing the ignition switch (2) to the I/P retainer.
30. Remove the I/P retainer from the carrier.
31. If the I/P retainer is to be replaced, transfer all remaining components.

Installation Procedure

1. Align the instrument panel (I/P) retainer to the I/P carrier.
2. Feed the electrical connectors through the openings in the I/P retainer.

* Antenna extension cable
* DIC
* I/P storage compartment
* Fog lamps
* Theft deterrent module
* Air temperature sensors






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the fasteners to secure the I/P retainer to the I/P carrier.

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




4. Install the fastener (3) securing the HUD bracket (1) to the HVAC cross car duct (2).

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

5. Connect the theft deterrent electrical connector.
6. Connect the DIC electrical connector.
7. Connect the fog lamp electrical connector.
8. Install the I/P storage compartment.
9. Install the center console, if equipped.
10. Install the steering column.
11. Install the ignition switch.
12. Install the ignition switch lock cylinder.
13. Install the knee bolster.
14. Install the radio.
15. Install the HVAC programmer.
16. Install the I/P upper trim pad.
17. Install the I/P cluster.
18. Install the I/P cluster trim plate bezel.
19. Install the HUD.
20. Install the I/P outer trim covers.
21. Install the left closeout/insulator panel.
22. Install the right closeout/insulator panel.
23. Install the defroster grille.
24. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling and to SIR Disabling and Enabling in Restraint Systems.