Knee Bolster Replacement - Left

Knee Bolster Replacement - Left

Removal Procedure





1. Use a plastic trim tool to remove the ignition switch bezel.
2. Pull the I/P accessory trim plate rearward slightly for access to the steering column filler. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory (Removal and Replacement) .




3. Remove the I/P steering column filler. Refer to Steering Column Filler Replacement (Removal and Replacement) .
4. Remove the knee bolster screws at the lower I/P trim pad.




5. Remove the knee bolster bolts at the I/P carrier cross car beam.




6. Remove the harness retainer from the knee bolster. Remove the driver side knee bolster.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the harness retainer to the knee bolster. Verify that the harness is not pinched between the bolster bracket and the I/P carrier cross car beam.




2. Align the knee bolster to the I/P.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

3. Start the bolts by hand to avoid cross threading. Install the knee bolster bolts to the I/P carrier cross car beam.

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





4. Install the knee bolster screws at the I/P lower trim panel.

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

5. Install the steering column filler. Refer to Steering Column Filler Replacement (Removal and Replacement) .
6. Install the I/P accessory trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory (Removal and Replacement) .




7. Install the ignition switch bezel.