Driver Knee Bolster Replacement

Driver Knee Bolster Replacement

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 Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement (Service and Repair) .




3. Remove the I/P steering column filler. Refer to Steering Column Opening Filler Replacement (Service and Repair) .
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 (Fastener Notice) .

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 Opening Filler Replacement (Service and Repair) .
6. Install the I/P accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement (Service and Repair) .




7. Install the ignition switch bezel.