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
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).
Note:
* 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 Nm (15 lb ft).
* Tighten the bolt to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).
2. Install the ABS control/hydraulic modulator bracket.
Tighten the 3 bolts to 20 Nm (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).