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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 and SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 5 in SIR.
  2. Remove the defroster grille screw.
  3. With a flat-bladed tool disengage the defroster grille from the instrument panel (I/P) trim pad.
  4. With a flat-bladed tool disengage the outer trim covers from the I/P carrier.

    Pull the cover rearward to disengage the locating tabs from I/P carrier.

  5. Open the I/P compartment.
  6. Remove the I/P trim pad screws (1).
    Fig 1: Removing I/P Trim Pad Screws (Chevrolet)
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  7. Remove the I/P trim pad (2) from the I/P carrier.