Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora and 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Align the instrument panel (IP) carrier to the vehicle.
Install the HVAC aspirator tube (5).
Feed the ignition switch wiring (4) through the IP carrier.
Feed the shift/park lock cable (3) through the IP carrier.
Feed the console wiring harness (1) through the IP carrier.
Install the SIR harness (6) retainer to the IP carrier.

Fig 1: Installing IP Carrier Components
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CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the fasteners (1) from the IP carrier to hinge pillar.
Tighten

Tighten the IP carrier fasteners (1) to 25 N.m (18 ft lbs).
Install the IP carrier to cowl fasteners (2).
Tighten

Tighten the carrier to cowl fasteners (2) to 25 N.m (18 ft lbs).
Install the IP carrier to end bracket fasteners (3).
Tighten

Tighten the carrier to end bracket fasteners (3) to 25 N.m (18 ft lbs).

Fig 2: Installing IP Carrier Fasteners

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Connect the ignition switch electrical connectors.
Install the shift/park lock cable to the ignition switch.
Install the passenger inflator module.
Install the data link connector fasteners.
Tighten

Tighten the fasteners to 2 N.m (18 in lbs).
Install the IP retainer. Refer to IP Retainer Replacement .
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE .
Enable the SIR system. Refer to ACTIVATING SYSTEM .