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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - WINDSHIELD PILLAR in Interior Trim.

    Important:  Remove the upper trim panel slowly, the retainer clips could possibly fall into the instrument panel.

  2. Lift the instrument panel (IP) upper trim panel approximately 51 mm (2 in) and pull rearward to release the retainers.
  3. Remove the DRL ambient light sensor. Refer to DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (DRL) AMBIENT LIGHT SENSOR REPLACEMENT in Lighting Systems.
  4. If equipped, remove the sun load sensor.
    Fig 1: Lifting Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel And Releasing Retainers
    G01534520Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the IP upper trim panel.
    Fig 2: Removing Sun Load Sensor
    G01534521Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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