Preliminary Procedures

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
2. If equipped, remove the console assembly. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement .
3. Remove the instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement .
4. Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
5. Remove the instrument panel upper trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement .
6. Remove the instrument panel inflatable restraint module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement .
7. Remove the instrument panel outer trim covers. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement .
8. Remove the instrument panel left and center air outlets. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Left Side and Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement .
9. Remove the instrument panel compartment assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Storage Compartment Replacement .
10. Remove the instrument panel compartment closeout. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Access Hole Cover Replacement .
11. Remove the instrument panel upper storage compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Storage Compartment Replacement .
12. Remove the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
13. Remove the instrument panel lower center trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Center Trim Replacement .
14. Remove the instrument panel cluster assembly. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .
15. Remove the HVAC control module. Refer to HVAC Control Module Replacement .
16. Remove the radio assembly. Refer to Radio Replacement .

1

Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel to Defroster Duct Screw (Qty: 2)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tighten
2 N·m (18 lb in)

2

Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Screw (Qty: 7)

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

3

Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Screw (Qty: 10)

Tighten
2.5 N·m (22 lb in)

4

Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Assembly

Tip

1. Note location and routing of the instrument panel wiring harness prior to removal of the instrument panel upper trim panel assembly to ensure proper reinstallation.
2. Disconnect the wiring harness from the instrument panel upper trim panel assembly.
3. With the aid of an assistant, remove the instrument panel upper trim panel assembly from the vehicle.
4. If replacing the instrument panel upper trim panel assembly, transfer all necessary components.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
2. Remove the windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
3. Remove the instrument panel upper trim panel with defroster nozzle. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement .
4. Remove the radio front speaker, if equipped. Refer to Radio Front Speaker Replacement .
5. Remove the instrument panel outer trim covers. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement .
6. Remove the left instrument panel air outlet. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Left Side .
7. Remove the headlamp switch bezel assembly. Refer to Headlamp Switch Bezel Replacement .
8. Remove the instrument panel cluster assembly. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .
9. Remove the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
10. Remove the instrument panel center trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Trim Panel Replacement .
11. Remove the instrument panel accessory switch assembly. Refer to Accessory Switch Replacement .
12. Remove the HVAC control module. Refer to HVAC Control Module Replacement .
13. Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement .
14. Remove the instrument panel inflatable restraint. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement .
15. Remove the right instrument panel air outlet. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Right Side .
16. Remove the instrument panel compartment door. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Door Replacement .
17. Remove the instrument panel access hole cover panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Access Hole Cover Replacement .

1

Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Bolt (Qty: 4)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

2

Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Screw (Qty: 27)

Tighten
2 N·m (18 lb in)

3

Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Assembly

Tip

1. Prior to removal of the trim panel from the carrier assembly, note the routing of the wiring to aid in reassembly.
2. Disconnect electrical connections.
3. With the aid of an assistant, remove the trim panel from the vehicle.