Instrument Panel Duct - Removal

REMOVAL

WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable. Wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to take the proper precautions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.

NOTE: Take the proper precautions to protect the face of the instrument panel cover from cosmetic damage while performing this procedure.

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the air outlets to service the instrument panel duct. Illustrations shown with air outlets removed from view for clarity.





1. Remove the instrument panel cover (4) and place it on a workbench Instrument Panel Cover - Removal.
2. Remove the instrument panel demister ducts Instrument Panel Demister Duct - Removal.
3. Remove the screws (1, 2 and 5) that secure the left side of the instrument panel duct (3) to the instrument panel cover.





4. Remove the screws (1, 2 and 5) that secure the right side of the instrument panel duct (3) to the instrument panel cover (4).

NOTE: If the foam seal on an air outlet is deformed or damaged, the seal must be replaced.

5. Remove the instrument panel duct from the instrument panel cover.