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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Upper Trim Pad To Windshield Defroster Duct
    GM95695Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the console. Refer to Console Replacement .
  2. Remove the IP accessory trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory .
  3. Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster .
  4. Remove the instrument panel compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) .
  5. Remove the windshield defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement .
  6. Insert the DRL and sunload sensors, if equipped, into the nearest openings in the windshield defroster duct.

    Moving the sensors into the defroster duct provides additional clearance to remove the trim pad.

  7. Remove the windshield side garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  8. Remove the screws retaining the upper trim pad to the defroster duct.
  9. Remove the screws retaining the upper trim pad to the LH and RH hinge pillars.
    10. Fig 2: Upper Trim Pad To Driver Knee Bolster Outer Bracket & Center Support Bracket
    GM95697Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the screws retaining the IP cluster bezel to the upper trim pad.
  11. Remove the screws retaining the upper trim pad to the driver knee bolster outer bracket and the center support bracket.
  12. Remove the screw retaining the upper trim pad to the passenger SIR bracket.
    13. Fig 3: Upper Trim Pad At Windshield To LH & RH Side Of Trim Pad At Hinge Pillars
    GM183226Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Tilt the steering wheel to the lowest position.
  14. Lift the rearward edge of the upper trim pad approximately 5 cm (2 in) to provide clearance for the air distribution duct located on the underside of the trim pad.
  15. SLOWLY pull the upper trim pad away from the windshield while guiding the tabs on the LH and RH side of the trim pad past the hinge pillars.
    16. Fig 4: Hazard Warning Switch Electrical Connector
    GM95707Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Disconnect the hazard warning switch electrical connector.
  17. Remove the upper trim pad from the vehicle.
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