Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the console. Refer to Console Replacement .
- Remove the IP accessory trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory .
- Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster .
- Remove the IP passenger compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) .
- Remove the IP upper trim pad. Refer to Trim Pad Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper .
- Mark the location of the passenger knee bolster bracket. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Disassembly Precautions .
- Remove the bolts retaining the passenger knee bolster bracket to the IP center support bracket.
- Remove the bolts retaining the passenger knee bolster bracket to the passenger SIR bracket.
- Remove the passenger knee bolster bracket.
IMPORTANT:
The following step must be performed to assure proper trim fits during installation.