Instrument Panel, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Fig 1: Identifying Windshield Projection Head Up Display Control Module, Screws And Connector

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

WARNING:

Follow the allocation of the airbag to the instrument panel.

-- Vehicles with windshield projection (head up display): Install the windshield projection head up display control module -3- with the instrument panel.

-- Connect the connector -4- and tighten the screws -1, 2 and 5-. Refer to WINDSHIELD PROJECTION CONTROL MODULE -J898- OVERVIEW .

-- Set the instrument panel in place and guide the electrical harness connectors for Sunlight Photo Sensor -G107- and speaker through the openings in the instrument panel.

-- Check if there is a rubber buffer -3- on the instrument panel mount -2- on the lower windshield frame.

Fig 2: Checking If There Is A Rubber Buffer -3- On Instrument Panel Mount -2- On Lower Windshield Frame

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-- When sliding on the instrument panel -1-, make sure the instrument panel mounts engage in the box-shaped profiles on the bottom side of the instrument panel.

WARNING:

Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to PYROTECHNIC COMPONENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, connecting the connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". This can be done by touching the door striker, for example.

NOTE:

Make sure the connectors are installed correctly and are secure.

-- Align the instrument panel and tighten the bolts.

WARNING:

Ignition must be on when connecting battery. If pyrotechnic components (for example, airbag, belt tensioner) are not repaired correctly, they may deploy unintentionally after connecting battery. There must not be anyone inside the vehicle when connecting the battery.

-- Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

NOTE:

If the Airbag Indicator Lamp -K75- indicates a fault, check the DTC memory, erase it and check it again. Refer to Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.