Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the upper I/P panel. Refer to Trim Pad Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper .
- Remove the lower I/P panel. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Trim Panel Replacement - Lower .
- Disengage the wire harness clamps.
- Remove the instrument panel pad lower bolts (12).
- Remove the instrument panel pad lower (11).
- Remove ground cable.
- Remove the I/P center support braces (6, 9). Refer to Bracket Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Center Support .
- Remove the windshield defroster nozzle duct from the heater case assembly.
- Remove the following retainers from the instrument panel reinforcement at the hinge pillars:
- The 7 bolts
- The 1 nut
- Route out harness and remove the instrument panel reinforcement (4) from the vehicle.