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Installation Procedure

  1. Position the I/P carrier (1) in the vehicle.
    2. Fig 1: Positioning Instrument Panel Carrier In Vehicle
    GM499360Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the I/P carrier top bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

    3. Fig 2: Installing Instrument Panel Carrier Top Bolts
    GM397334Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the I/P carrier retaining bolts.

    The left side is shown, the right is similar.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

    4. Fig 3: Installing Instrument Panel Carrier Retaining Bolts
    GM397335Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the I/P center support bracket bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    5. Fig 4: Installing Instrument Panel Center Support Bracket Bolt
    GM397332Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the I/P center support bracket bezel (1).
    6. Fig 5: Installing Instrument Panel Center Support Bracket Bezel
    GM540359Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the right side of the carrier to the vehicle, if the HVAC module was removed.
    7. Fig 6: Installing Right Side Of Carrier To Vehicle
    GM892882Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the retaining bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  8. Attach the I/P harness to the carrier.
  9. Install the amplifier, if equipped. Refer to in Amplifier Replacement in Entertainment.
  10. Install the cross car duct. Refer to Air Distributor Duct Replacement in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  11. Install the antenna cable to the cross car duct.
  12. Install the transfer case control module to the bracket, if equipped. Refer to Transfer Case Shift Control Module Replacement in Transfer Case NV6 246 - NP8.
  13. Connect all of the electrical connectors to the wiring harness junction block. Refer to Body Wiring Harness Junction Block Replacement in Wiring Systems.
  14. Install the I/P upper brackets.

    Tighten:  Tighten the retaining bolts to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

    15. Fig 7: Installing Instrument Panel Upper Brackets
    GM348641Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install the I/P assembly to the vehicle.
  16. Install the I/P assembly retaining bolts (3) and nuts (4).

    Ensure the wire harness is routed to all of the openings.

    Tighten:  Tighten the retaining bolts and nuts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

    17. Fig 8: Installing Instrument Panel Assembly Retaining Bolts & Nuts
    GM394655Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Install the harness hold down retainers to the I/P assembly.
  18. Install the harness to the I/P. Refer to Instrument Panel Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement - Left and Instrument Panel Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement - Right .
  19. Install both front window air duct to the I/P assembly.
  20. Install the I/P cluster assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement .
  21. Install the park brake release lever to the I/P. Refer to Park Brake Release Handle Assembly Replacement in Park Brake.
  22. Install the data link connector to the I/P. Refer to Data Link Connector Replacement in Data Link Communications.
  23. Install the remote control door lock receiver module, if equipped. Refer to Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Replacement in Keyless Entry.
  24. Install the CIM, if equipped. Refer to Communication Interface Module Replacement in Cellular Communication.
  25. Install the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
  26. Install the left air louver housing. Refer to Deflector Replacement - Instrument Panel Air - Left in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  27. Install the accessory switch housing. Refer to Accessory Switch Replacement .
  28. Install the HVAC control. Refer to HVAC Control Module Replacement in HVAC Systems-Automatic or HVAC Control Module Replacement in HVAC Systems-Manual.
  29. Install the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement in Entertainment.
  30. Install the passenger side airbag module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement in SIR.
  31. Install the lower trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Trim Panel Replacement - Lower .
  32. Install the driver side knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement .
  33. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
  34. Install the center console, if equipped. Refer to Console Replacement (w/Console Mounting Bracket)  or Console Replacement (w/o Console Mounting Bracket) .
  35. Install the I/P trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper .
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