Cowl: Service and Repair
Dash and Cowl Panel Opening Cover Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Detach the HVAC module assembly. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement (HVAC Module Assembly Replacement) .
2. Detach the accelerator pedal module. Refer to Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Replacement (Service and Repair) .
3. Detach the brake pedal. Refer to Brake Pedal Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair) .
4. Detach the clutch pedal. Refer to Clutch Pedal Replacement (Service and Repair) .
5. Detach the internal dash and cowl panel opening cover insulation.
Remove the 4 snap buttons (1).
6. Remove the battery support. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement (Service and Repair) .
7. Release the coolant tank (1) and lay aside.
8. Release the ABS control/hydraulic modulator bracket (2).
Remove the 2 bolts (3).
9. Remove the dash and cowl panel opening cover.
* Remove the 7 nuts (arrows).
* Remove the bolt (1).
Installation Procedure
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .
Important:
* Apply urethane adhesive bead (1) as illustrated.
* Use new nuts. Insert the bolt with screw locking compound.
1. Install the dash and cowl panel opening cover.
Apply urethane adhesive.
Diameter of adhesive bead 8.0 mm (0.31 in).
* Tighten the 7 nuts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
* Tighten the bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
2. Install the ABS control/hydraulic modulator bracket.
Tighten the 3 bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
3. Install the coolant tank.
4. Install the battery support. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement (Service and Repair) .
5. Attach the internal dash and cowl panel opening cover insulation.
Install the 4 snap buttons.
6. Install the clutch pedal. Refer to Clutch Pedal Replacement (Service and Repair) .
7. Install the brake pedal. Refer to Brake Pedal Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair) .
8. Install the accelerator pedal module. Refer to Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Replacement (Service and Repair) .
9. Install air distributor housing. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement (HVAC Module Assembly Replacement) .