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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Monte Carlo 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console 🢒 Accessory Switch Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the steering column opening filler panel screws.
  2. Remove the instrument panel (IP) cluster trim plate. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 292692 Size: MH
  3. Remove the screws (4) from the accessory switch.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  5. Remove the accessory switch (3) from the IP cluster trim plate.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 292692 Size: MH
  1. Install the accessory switch (3) to the instrument panel (IP) cluster trim plate.

    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 accessory switch screws (4).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the accessory switch screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  3. Connect the electrical connectors.
  4. Install the instrument panel cluster trim plate. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .
  5. Install and finger tighten the IP steering column opening filler panel screws.

    6. Tighten

    1. Tighten the right IP steering column opening filler screw first in order to properly install the IP steering column opening filler panel.

      2. Tighten the right IP steering column opening filler panel screw to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

    2. Tighten the left IP steering column opening filler panel screw to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).