51 45 031 Replacing Instrument Panel Trim

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove instrument panel trim  . See 51 45 030 REMOVING AND INSTALLING INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM .

Release screws (1) and remove ignition starter switch (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Starter Switch And Screws

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Modify all attachment parts (air ducts, brackets, trims, clips and grommets).

Fig 2: Identifying Instrument Panel Trim

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