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Dimmer Switch: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

NOTE: Whenever the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) is removed from the vehicle DO NOT set the IPC on its face for more than 15 minutes or damage to the fluid filled air core gages may result.




1. Remove the instrument panel cluster (IPC) from the vehicle.
2. Disconnect the instrument panel (IP) dimmer switch electrical connector.




3. Disconnect the Driver Information Center (DIC) switch electrical connector.




4. Remove the IP cluster bezel retaining screws.
5. Remove the bezel from the IPC.




6. Remove the IP dimmer switch retaining screws.
7. Remove the IP dimmer switch.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the IP dimmer switch to the IP cluster bezel.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the IP dimmer switch retaining screws.

Tighten
Tighten the IP dimmer switch retaining screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).




3. Install the bezel to the IPC.
Align the bezel onto the guide pins.
4. Install the IP cluster bezel retaining screws.

Tighten
Tighten the instrument panel cluster bezel retaining screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).




5. Connect the IP dimmer switch electrical connector.




6. Connect the DIC switch electrical connector.
7. Install the IPC to the vehicle.