Instrument Panel - Removal

REMOVAL

CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the instrument panel as an assembly. The instrument panel cover/pad must be removed prior.

1. Remove the instrument panel cover/pad, Instrument Panel Pad - Removal.
2. Disconnect the vehicle harnesses (1, 2) located on the driver side of the vehicle.

3. Disconnect the harness (1) from the occupant restraint controller, Occupant Restraint Controller - Removal.

4. Disconnect the harness (1) from the body control module located on the lower passenger side.

5. Disconnect the harness (1) from the HVAC housing actuator.

6. Disconnect the harness (1) from the HVAC housing blower motor.

7. Detach the harness (1) from the HVAC housing.

8. Disconnect the harness (1) from the HVAC housing power module.

9. Detach the harness retainer from the I/P structure.
10. Disconnect the harness (2) from the HVAC housing actuator.

11. Remove the I/P structure to HVAC housing bolt (1) located on the right side of the HVAC housing.

12. Remove the I/P structure to HVAC housing bolt (1) located on the left side of the HVAC housing.

13. Remove the I/P structure to HVAC housing bolts (1) located in the center of the structure.

14. Remove the fastener (1) securing the outboard HVAC duct to the I/P structure/support.

15. Remove the fastener (1) securing the duct to the HVAC housing near the center bezel area on the LH side.

16. Remove the fastener (1) securing the duct to the HVAC housing near the center bezel area on the RH side.

17. Remove the fastener (1) securing the I/P structure to the center floor bracket. Repeat on the opposite side.

18. Remove the two fence bolts (2) securing the upper brackets (1).

19. Remove the two bolts (1) securing the I/P structure side to the vehicle. Repeat for the opposite side.

20. With the help of an assistant, lift the I/P structure (1) and upper HVAC ductwork up and rearward.
21. Remove the I/P structure (1) from the vehicle. If necessary, separate the ductwork from the structure.