Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement (without UV6)

Warning

Refer to SIR Warning.

Warning

Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning.

Warning

After installation of the steering wheel airbag module to the steering wheel, slightly pull the module outward. If there is no give on the airbag module then it is secured correctly. If the airbag module is not fully attached personal injury could result.

Caution

If a vehicle is equipped with a head curtain inflator module ensure that the inflator module and tether are undamaged. If tether or curtain airbag are damaged in any way, they must be replaced.

Caution

Use care when working around the head curtain inflator module. Sharp tools may puncture the curtain airbag. If the head curtain inflator module is damaged in any way, it must be replaced. Removal Procedure

1. Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling

Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement (without UV6) — figure 1

2. Front Floor Console (1) » Remove — Front Floor Console Removal and Installation

Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement (without UV6) — figure 2

3. Steering Column (1) » Remove — Steering Column Removal and Installation

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4. Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel (1) » Remove — Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Removal and Installation

Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement (without UV6) — figure 4

5. Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bolt (1) » Remove [4x]
6. Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate (2) » Remove

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7. Instrument Cluster Bolt (1) » Remove [4x]
8. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
9. Instrument Cluster (2) » Remove

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10. Instrument Panel Compartment Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]
11. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
12. Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Outer Filler (2) » Remove

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13. Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Bolt (1) » Remove
14. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
15. Instrument Panel Lower Center Trim Plate Applique (2) » Remove

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16. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
17. Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel (1) » Remove

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18. Instrument Panel Compartment Bolt (1) » Remove [10x]

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19. Instrument Panel Compartment (1) » Remove

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20. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
21. Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Bolt (1) » Remove
22. Instrument Panel Lower Center Trim Plate Applique (2) » Remove

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23. Instrument Panel Accessory Bezel Bolt (1) » Remove [4x]

Note

Use a plastic trim tool if necessary.

24. Instrument Panel Accessory Bezel (2) » Remove
25. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

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26. Radio Control Bolt (1) » Remove [5x]

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27. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
28. Radio Control (1) » Remove

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29. Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]

Note

Use a plastic trim tool if necessary.

30. Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel (2) » Remove

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31. Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Duct Bolt (1) » Remove

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32. Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Duct - Right Side (1) » Remove

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33. Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Duct Bolt (1) » Remove

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34. Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Duct - Left Side (1) » Remove

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35. Side Window Defogger Outlet Duct Retainer (1) » Remove
36. Side Window Defogger Outlet Duct Bolt (2) » Remove

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37. Side Window Defogger Outlet Duct - Right Side (1) » Remove

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38. Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]
39. Remove the wiring harness retainers form the right instrument panel outer air outlet duct.

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40. Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Duct - Right Side (1) » Remove

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41. Side Window Defogger Outlet Duct Bolt (1) » Remove
42. Side Window Defogger Outlet Duct Retainer (2) » Remove

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43. Side Window Defogger Outlet Duct - Left Side (1) » Remove

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44. Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Duct Bolt (1) » Remove

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45. Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Duct - Left Side (1) » Remove

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Note

Note the location and routing of the wiring harness to ensure proper reinstallation.

46. Disconnect and reposition harness as necessary and remove the fuse block.
47. Instrument Panel Carrier Bolt (1) » Remove [12x]

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48. Be aware of any remaining harness retainers that may need to be disconnected before the removal of the instrument panel carrier (1).

49. Instrument Panel Carrier (1) » Remove Installation Procedure

50. Instrument Panel Carrier (1) » Install

51. Connect and position the wiring harness.

Caution

Refer to Fastener Caution.

3. Instrument Panel Carrier Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [12x] — Fastener Specifications

4. Install the fuse block and connect the harness as noted when removed.

5. Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Duct - Left Side (1) » Install

6. Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Duct Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

7. Side Window Defogger Outlet Duct - Left Side (1) » Install

8. Side Window Defogger Outlet Duct Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

9. Side Window Defogger Outlet Duct Retainer (2) » Install

10. Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Duct - Right Side (1) » Install

11. Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

12. Install the wiring harness retainers onto the right instrument panel outer air outlet duct.

13. Side Window Defogger Outlet Duct - Right Side (1) » Install

14. Side Window Defogger Outlet Duct Bolt (2) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

15. Side Window Defogger Outlet Duct Retainer (1) » Install

16. Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Duct - Left Side (1) » Install

17. Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Duct Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

18. Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Duct - Right Side (1) » Install

19. Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Duct Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

20. Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel (2) » Install

21. Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

22. Connect the electrical connectors.

23. Radio Control (1) » Install

24. Radio Control Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [5x] — Fastener Specifications

25. Connect the electrical connectors.

26. Instrument Panel Accessory Bezel (2) » Install

27. Instrument Panel Accessory Bezel Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [4x] — Fastener Specifications

28. Instrument Panel Lower Center Trim Plate Applique (2) » Install

29. Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

30. Instrument Panel Compartment (1) » Install

31. Instrument Panel Compartment Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [10x] — Fastener Specifications

32. Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel (1) » Install

33. Instrument Panel Lower Center Trim Plate Applique (2) » Install

34. Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

35. Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Outer Filler (2) » Install

36. Instrument Panel Compartment Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

37. Connect the electrical connectors.

38. Instrument Cluster (2) » Install

39. Instrument Cluster Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [4x] — Fastener Specifications

40. Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate (2) » Install

41. Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [4x] — Fastener Specifications

42. Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel (1) » Install — Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Removal and Installation

43. Steering Column (1) » Install — Steering Column Removal and Installation

44. Front Floor Console (1) » Install — Front Floor Console Removal and Installation

45. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling