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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Blazer - 2WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console 🢒 Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the left instrument panel sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
  2. Remove the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 303364 Size: SH
  3. Remove the screws that retain the instrument panel accessory trim plate to the instrument panel.
  4. Remove the instrument panel accessory trim plate.
  5. Disconnect the electrical connectors, as needed.
  6. Remove and retain the control switches.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the control switches.
  2. Connect the electrical connectors, as needed.

    3. Object Number: 303364 Size: SH
  3. Install the instrument panel accessory trim plate.

    4. 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.

  4. Install the screws that retain the instrument panel accessory trim plate to the instrument panel.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

  5. Install the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement .
  6. Install the left instrument panel sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .