Front Distribution

REMOVAL

WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative (ground) cable, then 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 could result in accidental airbag deployment and possible personal injury or death.

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





1. Remove the instrument panel bezel from the instrument panel and place the bezel on a workbench Instrument Panel Bezel - Removal.
2. Using a trim stick or another suitable wide flat-blade tool (1), release the three retaining clips (2) that secure each instrument panel air outlet (3) to the instrument panel bezel (4) and remove the air outlets as necessary.