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Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement



Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Carefully use a plastic flat-bladed tool to release the trim plate retaining clips.
2. Remove the trim plate from the instrument panel (I/P).
3. Disconnect the electrical connectors, as necessary.
4. If necessary, remove the center air outlets. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement (Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement) .

Installation Procedure

Important: Attach the center air outlets to the trim plate before installing the trim plate to the I/P.





1. If necessary, install the center air outlets to the trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement (Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement) .




2. Install the electrical connectors, as necessary.
3. Position the trim plate to the I/P.
4. Ensure the retaining clips are indexed to the corresponding slots provided in the I/P.
5. Seat the trim plate retaining clips to the I/P.