Instrument Panel Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side

Instrument Panel Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Restraint System Service Precautions.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. Remove the defroster grille.
3. Open the instrument panel (I/P) compartment.




4. Remove the I/P compartment screws.
5. Remove the I/P compartment by pulling out on the compartment.




6. Remove the bolts from the I/P inflatable restraint module.
7. Slide the restraint module down and rearward to allow clearance for the I/P trim panel bracket.




8. Remove the I/P trim panel screws.




9. Push on the upper right corner of the trim panel while lifting up on the lower left corner to release the retaining clips and disengage the trim panel bracket from the I/P retainer.
10. Pull up on the I/P trim panel in order to remove.

Installation Procedure




1. Verify that the retaining clips are installed on the I/P trim panel and that no clips remain in the I/P center trim panel.
2. Align the locating pins and the retaining clips with the I/P. Push on the I/P trim panel in order to secure.
3. Pull up on the upper edge of the trim panel to verify that the bracket is hooked onto the I/P retainer.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

4. Install the I/P trim panel screws.

Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).




5. Slide the I/P inflatable restraint module up into position.
6. Install the bolts to the restraint module.

Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (88 lb in).




7. Align the locating pins with the I/P.
8. Push in on the I/P compartment in order to secure the compartment in place.
9. Install the I/P compartment screws.

Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

10. Install the defroster grille.
11. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.