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Removal Procedure

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NOTE: Refer to IPC Servicing Notice in Cautions and Notices.

If the instrument panel cluster (IPC) that is being removed is to be sent to an authorized Delco Service Center, prior to shipping the unit, refer to Instrument Cluster Service Precautions .

    Fig 1: HUD Electrical Connector At IPC
    GM378941Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Trim Pad Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper .
  3. Carefully lift the head-up display (HUD) electrical harness from between the instrument panel cluster (IPC) and the HUD, if equipped.
  4. Disconnect the HUD electrical connector from the IPC, if equipped.
    5. Fig 2: IPC To Steering Column Bracket Retaining Screws
    GM95727Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the IPC to steering column bracket retaining screws.
  6. Raise the rear of the IPC slightly to release the locator tab, then lift the IPC to access the electrical connector.
    7. Fig 3: IPC Electrical Connector
    GM95721Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Disconnect the IPC electrical connector.
  8. Remove the IPC.
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