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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the slip brackets (2) to the IP carrier. Loosely install the slip bracket bolts (1).
    Fig 1: Slip Bracket & Bolts
    G01796371Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the IP wiring harness to the IP carrier.
  3. Install the park brake assembly to the carrier. Refer to PARK BRAKE ASSEMBLY .
  4. Install the theft deterrent module and the mounting bracket to the IP carrier. Refer to THEFT DETERRENT CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT .
  5. Install the left and the right side window defroster ducts.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
    Fig 2: Installing Theft Deterrent Module & Mounting Bracket
    G01796372Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the bolts fully driven, seated but not stripped.
  7. Install the left and the right air distribution ducts.
  8. Install the bolts fully driven, seated, but not stripped.
  9. Install the A/C temperature sensors to the left and the right air distribution ducts. Refer to AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR .
  10. Connect the park lock cable to the IP. Refer to PARK LOCK CABLE .
  11. Install the inside temperature sensor to the IP retainer. Refer to AIR TEMPERATURE SENSORS .
  12. Install the ignition switch to the IP. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement (LHD)  or Ignition Switch Replacement (RHD) 
  13. Partially install the IP retainer.

    Connect the inside air temperature sensor electrical connector.

  14. Guide the wiring through the openings.
  15. Complete the IP retainer Installation.
  16. Install the IP retainer to the IP carrier bolts.
  17. Install the IP storage compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) 
  18. Install the fuel door/rear compartment release switch. Refer to REAR COMPARTMENT LID SWITCH REPLACEMENT .
  19. Install the headlamp switch. Refer to HEADLAMP SWITCH REPLACEMENT (LHD) .
  20. Install the right IP trim plate to the IP carrier. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory Right (LHD)  or Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory Right (RHD) 
  21. Install the IP cluster. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement 
  22. Install the left trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory Left (LHD)  or Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory Left (RHD) 
  23. Install the passenger side inflator module to the IP retainer. Refer to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION (PASSENGER-SIDE) .
  24. Install the IP cluster trim panel to the IP carrier. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Cluster 
  25. Install the IP carrier (3) to the vehicle.
  26. Install the bolts (2) from the IP carrier to the hinge pillar.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the IP carrier nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  27. Install the IP carrier to the cowl nuts (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the carrier to the cowl nuts (1) to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    Fig 3: Installing IP Carrier & Bolts
    G01796373Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  28. Tighten the previously installed bolts to the slip brackets.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bracket bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  29. Install the bolts (1) from the steering column support (2) to the IP carrier.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (7 lb ft).

    Fig 4: Installing Bolts & Steering Column Support
    G01796374Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  30. Install the IP center support bracket bolts (1) to the floor bracket.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the IP center support bracket bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    Fig 5: IP Center Support Bracket & Bolts
    G01796375Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  31. Connect the front parking brake cable housing to the parking brake pedal assembly. Refer to PARK BRAKE ASSEMBLY .
  32. Install the steering column. Refer to STEERING WHEEL REPLACEMENT .
  33. Connect the cigar lighter/ashtray lamp harness retainer push pin to the retaining bracket.
  34. Connect the HVAC harness electrical connector.
  35. Connect the body to IP electrical connectors (1) at the top outside corners of the IP.
  36. Install the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement 
  37. Install the defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement 
  38. Install the IP upper trim pad. Refer to Trim Pad Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper 
    Fig 6: Connecting Body & IP Electrical Connectors
    G01796376Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  39. Install the IP outer trim covers. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Outer Trim Cover Replacement 
  40. Install the right and the left sound insulators. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Right (LHD)  or Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Right (RHD) 
  41. Install the HVAC control assembly. Refer to HVAC CONTROL MODULE (IPM) .
  42. Install the radio. Refer to RADIO REPLACEMENT (U1R, UL6, UM5, UM9) or RADIO REPLACEMENT (U3Q, U3R, U3S) .
  43. Install the IP center trim plate. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Center on page 8-829. 
  44. Install the center console. Refer to Console Replacement (w/o UV8)  or Console Replacement (with UV8) 
  45. Enable the SIR. Refer to ACTIVATING SYSTEM .
  46. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PRO .