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Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2003 🢒 DeVille 🢒 Preface 🢒 Cautions and Notices 🢒 Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 474637 Size: SH
  1. Remove the left sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
  2. Remove the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Replacement .
  3. Remove the 4 fasteners (1) securing the knee bolster bracket to the IP lower.
  4. Remove the knee bolster bracket (2).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 474637 Size: SH
  1. Align the knee bolster bracket (2) to lower the IP.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the 4 fasteners (1).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  3. Install the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Replacement .
  4. Install the left sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .