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Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement

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Fig 1: Instrument Panel Knee Bolster
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Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the driver side inflatable restraint instrument panel lower module. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Replacement - Driver Side .
  3. Remove the left instrument panel outer trim cover. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement .
  4. Remove the left instrument panel lower trim panel insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Insulator Replacement - Left Side .
  5. Remove the left front floor console side trim panel. Refer to Front Floor Console Side Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side 
  6. Remove the instrument panel center trim plate applique. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Trim Plate Applique Replacement .
1 Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Bolt (Qty: 4)
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten 
2.5 N.m (22 lb in)
2 Instrument Panel Knee Bolster

Procedures

  1. Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool in order to release the retainer clips securing the knee bolster to the instrument carrier.
  2. Disconnect electrical connections.
  3. Transfer all necessary components.
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