GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2005 🢒 Canyon Pickup - 2WD 🢒 Body 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console 🢒 Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1277253 Size: SH
  1. Remove the hood release lever screws.

    2. Object Number: 1277255 Size: SH
  2. Remove the hood release lever from the trim panel.

    3. Object Number: 1245530 Size: SH
  3. Remove the screw retaining the trim panel.
  4. Pull rearward on the trim panel to release the retaining clips.

    5. The trim panel will be tethered to the vehicle by the park brake release cable.


    Object Number: 1276401 Size: SH
  5. Use a flat-bladed tool to remove the park brake release handle from the park brake release cable. Release the retaining tabs located behind the handle.

    6. Object Number: 1276399 Size: SH
  6. In order to remove the cable from the trim panel, reach behind the panel and rotate the cable clockwise past the molded bumps (1).
  7. Remove the trim panel from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1276399 Size: SH
  1. Position the trim panel to the instrument panel (I/P).
  2. In order to install the cable to the trim panel, insert the cable into the trim panel and rotate the cable counterclockwise past the molded bumps (1), until seated.

    3. Object Number: 1276401 Size: SH
  3. Install the park brake release handle to the cable ensuring the retaining tabs are fully seated.

    4. Object Number: 1245530 Size: SH
  4. Align the trim panel retaining clips to the I/P.

    5. Push the trim panel forward into the I/P, seating the retaining clips.

    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.

  5. Install the screw retaining the trim panel.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).


    Object Number: 1277255 Size: SH
  6. Install the hood release lever to the trim panel.

    7. Object Number: 1277253 Size: SH
  7. Install the hood release lever screws.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).