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Removal Procedure

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  1. If equipped with air conditioning (A/C), set the air flow control to the instrument panel (IP) vent position.
  2. Apply the parking brake to prevent the vehicle from moving.
  3. If the transmission is automatic, move the shift lever all the way down.
  4. Tilt the steering wheel to the full down position.
  5. Remove the IP cluster trim plate bezel. Refer to Bezel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Cluster .
  6. Remove the end panels. The left panel is shown, and the right panel is similar.
  7. Remove the right side air outlets.
    Fig 1: End Panels
    G01712731Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the assist handle by depressing the release tabs accessed through the air outlet duct holes.
  9. Fig 2: Assist Handle
    G01712732Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the windshield pillar garnish moldings.
  11. Remove the bolts retaining the panel to IP assembly.
  12. Lift the trim panel up to disconnect the electrical connector (1) to the ambient light sensor on the underside of the trim panel.
    Fig 3: Ambient Light Sensor
    G01712733Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the trim panel from the IP assembly.
    Fig 4: IP Assembly Trim Panel
    G01712734Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.