Preliminary Procedures

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
2. Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
3. Remove the instrument panel outer trim covers. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement .
4. Remove the instrument panel cluster housing. Refer to Instrument Cluster Housing Replacement .
5. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement .
6. Remove the instrument panel accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
7. Remove the instrument panel compartment door frame. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Door Opening Frame Replacement .
8. Remove the instrument panel lower trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
9. Remove the instrument panel inflatable restraint module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement .

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Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Screws (Qty: 12)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tighten
2 N·m (18 lb in)

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Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel.