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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION
  1. Remove the left and right windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - WINDSHIELD PILLAR
  2. Remove the I/P air outlet vents. Refer to DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL AIR .
  3. Remove the defroster grille. Refer to DEFROSTER GRILLE REPLACEMENT (WITHOUT UV2)  or DEFROSTER GRILLE REPLACEMENT (UV2)  .
  4. Remove the four fasteners (2) from the inside of the vent outlet holes to the upper pad (3).
    Fig 1: Removing Fasteners From Inside Of Vent Outlet Holes To Upper Pad
    G02099583Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the three fasteners (1) from the inside of the defroster grille outlet holes to the upper pad (3).
  6. Lift the upper I/P pad (1) upward from the rear edge of the I/P cluster in order to disengage the retainers from the I/P cluster trim plate.
  7. Disconnect the electrical connectors, if necessary.
  8. Lift the pad on an angle and slide rearward in order to disengage the retainers at the front of the I/P.
  9. Remove the I/P upper trim pad (1) from the vehicle.
    Fig 2: Removing Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad
    G02099584Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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