Instrument Panel Compartment - Handle Replacement

Handle Replacement - IP Compartment (Rendezvous)

Removal Procedure





1. Open the door to the instrument panel (I/P) compartment.
2. Lightly squeeze the edges of the door handle and the latch cover to release the retaining tabs. Remove the cover from the inside of the I/P compartment door.




3. Remove the retaining clip which secures the latch to the I/P compartment door.
4. Begin to lift the door latch away from the door, slide the latch to the right, then disconnect the latch rod from the door handle.
5. Remove the door latch.
6. Using a flat-bladed tool, remove the retainer from the I/P compartment door handle.
7. Remove the door handle.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the door handle into the I/P compartment door.
2. Install and fully seat the retainer to the door handle.
3. Connect the door latch rod to the door handle. Lower the door latch into position on the door.




4. Align the door handle and the latch cover to the I/P compartment door. Carefully press the cover into place to secure the retaining tabs.
5. Close the I/P compartment door.