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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the I/P retainer onto the I/P carrier.
    2. Fig 1: Removing & Installing Upper Retainer-To-Carrier Screws
    GM757335Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the upper I/P retainer screws.
  3. Connect the air temperature sensor and the aspirator tube.
  4. Connect the passenger side inline connector.
    5. Fig 2: Removing & Installing Instrument Panel Retainer-To-Instrument Panel Carrier Screws
    GM700909Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the screws securing the retainer to the I/P carrier.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fasteners to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

    6. Fig 3: Removing & Installing Instrument Panel Retainer-To-Instrument Panel Carrier Screws (Behind Instrument Panel Compartment)
    GM759599Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the screws behind the I/P compartment securing the I/P retainer to the I/P carrier.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

    7. Fig 4: Removing & Installing Lower Center Stack Screws
    GM700908Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the screws securing the lower center stack.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  8. Install the fasteners securing the side of the retainer the center support.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fasteners to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

    9. Fig 5: Removing & Installing Lower Retainer Support Bracket Screws
    GM757204Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the bolts securing the lower retainer support bracket.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fasteners to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  10. Raise the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
  11. Install the left and right I/P closeout panel. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Right  and Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left .
  12. Install the defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement .
  13. Install the I/P cluster. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement .
  14. Install the I/P compartment assembly. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) .
  15. Install the radio assembly. Refer to Radio Replacement in Entertainment.
    16. Fig 6: View Of Center I/P Air Vent And Hazard Switch Connector
    GM700906Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Install the upper A/C vents.
  17. Install the center console. Refer to Console Replacement - Front Floor .
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