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Knee Bolster Replacement Non-Luxury

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 348724  Size: SH
  1. Remove the IP cluster trim plate bezel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 348714  Size: SH
  3. Remove the knee bolster screws.
  4. Unsnap the top of the knee bolster from the IP assembly.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 348714  Size: SH
  1. Snap the top of the knee bolster into the IP assembly.
  2. Install the knee bolster screws.
  3. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  4. Install the IP cluster trim plate bezel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement .

Knee Bolster Replacement Luxury

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 348724  Size: SH
  1. Remove the IP cluster trim plate bezel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement .
  2. Move the IP extension rearwards. Refer to Instrument Panel Extension Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 348714  Size: SH
  4. Remove the knee bolster screws.
  5. Unsnap the top of the knee bolster from the IP assembly

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 348714  Size: SH
  1. Snap the top of the knee bolster into the IP assembly.
  2. Install the knee bolster screws.
  3. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  4. Install the IP cluster trim plate bezel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement .
  5. Install the /P extension to the IP. Refer to Instrument Panel Extension Replacement .