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Removal Procedure

NOTE: Whenever the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) is removed from the vehicle, DO NOT set the IPC on its face for more than 15 minutes or damage to the fluid filled air core gages may result.
  1. Remove the following fuses from the rear compartment fuse block:
    • RLY IGN 1
    • IGN O-BODY
    • CLUSTER
  2. Remove the following fuses from the front fuse block:
    • HAZARD
    • MIRROR
  3. Remove the upper trim pad. Refer to Trim Pad Replacement - IP Upper .
  4. Disconnect the electrical connectors (1) from the top of the instrument cluster.
    Fig 1: Identifying Electrical Connectors & Harness Retainers
    G01665150Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the 4 fasteners retaining the cluster to the instrument panel.
  6. Slide the cluster upward in order to remove.
    Fig 2: Fastener Tightening Sequence
    G01665151Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.