Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Identifying I/P Pad

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Align the I/P upper trim pad to the I/P and connect the electrical connections.
Slide the I/P upper trim pad (1) forward in order to engage the front of the I/P trim pad to the I/P carrier.
Align the rear edge of the I/P upper trim pad (1) with the I/P cluster bezel, and snap the retainers into the upper pad.

Fig 2: View Of Upper Pad & Fasteners

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the four fasteners (2) into the I/P air outlet vent openings.
Tighten: Tighten the fasteners to 2 N.m (18 lb. in.).
Install the three fasteners (1) into the defroster grille opening on the I/P upper pad (3).
Tighten: Tighten the fasteners to 2 N.m (18 lb. in.).
Install the I/P air outlets. Refer to Deflector Replacement - Instrument Panel Air in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
Install the defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement (Without UV2) or Defroster Grille Replacement (UV2) .
Install the left and right windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar (Standard) or Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar (WC2, WC8) in Interior Trim.