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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - WINDSHIELD PILL .

    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 .
  4. If equipped, remove the sun load sensor.
    Fig 1: Removing Windshield Garnish Molding
    G01813407Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the IP upper trim panel.
    Fig 2: Removing DRL Ambient Light Sensor
    G01813408Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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