Instrument Panel (Top Section)

REMOVAL




1. Remove the A-pillar trim (1).

CAUTION: Damage to the top section of instrument panel can occur if the A-pillar sheet metal clips are not removed when removing and installing the top section of the instrument panel.




2. Remove the sheet metal clips (1) on left and right A-pillars.

NOTE: A plastic wedge or a suitable coin can be used to turn the fuse cover locks.




3. Remove the fuse cover (1) on the left and the I/P cover on the right.




4. Remove the right and left air deflectors.
5. Remove the screw located behind the right and left air deflectors (2).
6. Remove the screws (1) on left and right of the instrument panel located on the inside of the fuse cover and the I/P cover.




7. Open the glove compartment and remove the screws (1) attaching it to the top section of the instrument panel.




8. Remove the defroster grille screws (1) and the defroster grille pulling it outwards.




9. Remove the bolts (1) on left and right under the defroster grille.




10. Lift the top section (1) of the instrument panel and remove toward rear.
11. Lay the top section down on a suitable surface.

INSTALLATION

NOTE:
- Observe the uniform gap of the instrument panel in relation to the driver and passenger door trim panels.
- When installing, check for proper installation of the insulating mat, sheet metal clips and expanding anchors.




1. Install the top section (1) to the vehicle.




2. Install the sheet metal clips (1) on left and right A-pillars.




3. Install the bolts (1) on left and right under the defroster grille.




4. Position the defroster grille (2) and install the screws (1).




5. Install the screws (1) to the glove compartment attaching it to the top section.




6. Install the screws (1) on left and right of the instrument panel located on the inside of the fuse cover and the I/P cover.
7. Install the screws (2) located behind the air deflectors.
8. Install both right and left air deflectors.




9. Install the fuse cover (1) on the left and the I/P cover on the right.




10. Install the A-pillar trim (1).