Installation Procedure

Place the I/P carrier (3) into the vehicle.
Install the I/P carrier (3) to the tie bar (2).
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the screws (4) to the I/P carrier (3).
Tighten

Tighten the screws to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).
Install the tilt lever. Refer to TILT LEVER REPLACEMENT in Steering Wheel and Column.
Install the washer switch. Refer to WIPERS/WASHER SWITCH REPLACEMENT in Wipers/Washer Systems.
Install the steering wheel. Refer to STEERING WHEEL REPLACEMENT in Steering Wheel and Column.
Install the air distribution ducts.
Install the air distribution screws.
Tighten

Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
Install the right I/P trim panel to the I/P carrier (3).

Fig 1: Installing I/P Carrier To Lower Tie Bar (Pontiac)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the right I/P trim panel screws.
Tighten

Tighten the screws to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).
Install the radio to the I/P carrier. Refer to RADIO REPLACEMENT in Entertainment.
Install the HVAC control. Refer to HVAC CONTROL ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT (CHEVROLET) or HVAC CONTROL ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT (PONTIAC) in HVAC Systems - Manual.
Install the I/P SIR module. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM in SIR.
Install the I/P outer trim covers.
Install the I/P outer trim cover screws.
Tighten

Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
Install the I/P defroster grille to the I/P trim pad.
Press into place until fully seated.
Enable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM and DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in SIR.
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE in Engine Electrical.