Installation Procedure
- Install the left IP bracket (1) to the IP assembly (3). Secure the bracket with the 2 screws (2).
- Install the center IP bracket (2) to the IP assembly (1). Secure the bracket with the 3 screws.
- Install the left vent outlet deflector (2) to the IP assembly.
- Install the IP passengers knee bolster panel (1) to the IP assembly (3). Secure the panel with the 4 screws (2).
- Install the IP compartment door reinforcement (1) to the IP assembly. Secure the reinforcement with 2 screws.
- Install the right windshield defroster nozzle air deflector to the IP assembly. Secure the air deflector with the 3 screws.
- Install the left windshield defroster nozzle air deflector (3) to the IP assembly.
- Install the IP reinforcement to the IP assembly. Secure the reinforcement with the following:
- The 10 screws
- The 4 bolts
Tighten: Tighten the IP reinforcement bolts to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
- Install the IP wiring harness (2) to the IP reinforcement (1). Secure the harness with the plastic retainers.
- Install the screw (3) to the left side of the rear of the IP assembly (1) that retains the IP wiring harness (2).
- Install the 2 screws (1) to the center of the rear of the IP assembly (3) that retain the IP wiring harness (2).
- Install the screw (3) to the right side of the rear of the IP assembly (1) that retains the IP wiring harness (2).
- Install the heater duct to the IP assembly.
- Install the windshield defroster outlet duct (2) to the IP assembly. Secure the outlet duct with the 4 screws (1).
- Install the air distribution center duct (1) to the IP assembly. Secure the center duct with the screw (2).
- Install the IP assembly (2) to the vehicle. Secure the IP with the 2 upper IP mounting bolts (1). Do not tighten completely at this time.
- Install the bolt (2) that is located in the steering column area that retains the IP assembly (1). Do not tighten completely at this time.
- Install the 2 center IP mounting bolts (4) at each side that retain the IP assembly (2). Do not tighten completely at this time.
- Install the 2 bolts (3, 6) at each side that retain the IP assembly (2).
Tighten: Tighten all of the instrument panel mounting bolts to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
- Reposition the floor panel carpet around the center of the IP assembly (2).
- Install the left upper IP bolt trim cover to the IP assembly.
- Install the right upper IP bolt trim cover to the IP assembly.
- Install the ambient light sensor. Refer to DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (DRL) AMBIENT LIGHT SENSOR REPLACEMENT .
- Install the bolt that retains the IP wiring harness ground wire. The bolt and the ground wire are located to the left front of the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM).
- Connect the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) electrical connector. Secure the connector with the connector position assurance (CPA).
- Connect the radio antenna cable lead to the extension cable in the junction block area.
- Connect the 6 IP wiring harness electrical connectors to the junction block.
- Install the windshield side garnish moldings.
- Install the hood latch release handle (1) to the IP assembly (3). Secure the handle with the screw (2).
- Install the steering column. Refer to STEERING COLUMN REPLACEMENT .
- Install the IP drivers knee bolster panels (2 and 3) to the vehicle. Secure the bolster panels with the 8 bolts (1 and 4).
- Install the IP lamp dimmer control. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Dimmer Switch Replacement .
- Install the outside remote control rearview mirror switch, if equipped. Refer to Power Mirror Switch Replacement .
- Install the cruise control switch, if equipped. Refer to Cruise Control Switch Replacement in Cruise Control.
- Install the rear window wiper/washer switch, if equipped. Refer to WIPER/WASHER SWITCH REPLACEMENT - REAR .
- Install the IP accessory trim plate switch hole covers that are located next to the switches at the left of the IP assembly.
- Install the heater control unit. Refer to HVAC CONTROL ASSEMBLY .
- Connect the rear window defogger switch electrical connector (2), if equipped.
- Install the rear window defogger switch (1) to the IP assembly, if equipped. Ensure that the retaining tabs are completely engaged.
- Connect the hazard warning switch electrical connector (2).
- Install the hazard warning switch (1) to the IP assembly. Ensure that the retaining tabs are completely engaged.
- Install the 2 IP accessory trim plate switch hole covers that are located below the hazard and defogger switches to the IP assembly.
- Install the instrument cluster. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement .
- Install the cigar lighter. Refer to Cigar Lighter Housing Replacement .
- Install the radio. Refer to RADIO REPLACEMENT .
- Install the ashtray lamp bulb. Refer to ASHTRAY LAMP BULB REPLACEMENT .
- Install the front floor console. Refer to Console Replacement - Front Floor .
- Install the inflatable restraint IP module. Refer to SENSING & DIAGNOSTIC MODULE (SDM) .
- Install the IP compartment trim plate (1) to the IP assembly (2). Secure the trim plate with the 3 screws (3).
- Install the IP compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) .
- Enable the SIR System. Refer to ACTIVATING SYSTEM .
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice.