Removal Procedure

Fig 1: Removing Air Distribution Duct Mounting Screw

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Remove the instrument panel carrier. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Carrier Replacement .
Remove the following components from the instrument panel:
1. The screw (2)
2. The air distribution center duct (1)

Fig 2: Removing Defroster Outlet Duct Mounting Screw

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Remove the following components from the instrument panel:
1. The 4 screws (1)
2. The windshield defroster outlet duct (2)
3. The heater duct

Fig 3: Removing Left Side Mounting Screw Rear Of Instrument Panel

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Remove the screw (3) from the left side of the rear of the instrument panel (1) which secures the I/P wiring harness (2).

Fig 4: Removing Center Mounting Screws Rear Of Instrument Panel

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Remove the 2 screws (1) from the center of the rear of the instrument panel (3) which secure the I/P wiring harness (2).

Fig 5: Removing Right Side Mounting Screw Rear Of Instrument Panel

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Remove the screw (3) from the right side of the rear of the instrument panel (1) which secures the I/P wiring harness (2).

Fig 6: Removing IP Wiring Harness From IP Reinforcement

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Disconnect all necessary electrical connectors.
Release the wiring harness retainers and remove the I/P wiring harness (2) from the I/P reinforcement (1).