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Removal Procedure

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  1. Using the finger opening, remove the right instrument panel (I/P) compartment access hole cover.
    2. Fig 1: Right I/P Compartment Access Hole Cover
    GM1203017Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Pull the I/P outboard trim plate rearward in order to release the retainers.
    3. Fig 2: I/P Trim Plate (Glove Box Outboard)
    GM929385Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the I/P trim plate.
  4. Open the I/P compartment.
  5. If the I/P compartment is equipped with a dampener, disengage the compartment door stop using the following procedure:
    1. Press the upper door stop (2) toward the center of the vehicle.
    2. Rotate the door away from the compartment.
    6. Fig 3: View Of Upper Door Stop
    GM1332713Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. If the I/P compartment is not equipped with a dampener, disengage the I/P compartment door stop as shown.
    7. Fig 4: I/P Compartment Door Stop
    GM929422Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Pull the I/P accessory trim plate rearward slightly for access to the I/P inboard trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory .
  8. Pull the I/P inboard trim plate toward the passenger door opening. Remove the I/P trim plate.
    9. Fig 5: I/P Inboard Trim Plate
    GM929399Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the I/P compartment screws.
    10. Fig 6: I/P Compartment Screws
    GM929431Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Disconnect the wiring harness retainers at the rear of the I/P compartment.
    11. Fig 7: Wiring Harness Retainers
    GM928591Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Pull the I/P compartment from the I/P.
  12. Disconnect the I/P compartment lamp switch electrical connector.
  13. Remove the I/P compartment lamp switch.
    14. Fig 8: I/P Compartment Lamp Switch
    GM1202641Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Remove the I/P compartment.
    15. Fig 9: View Of I/P Compartment
    GM929257Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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