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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Instrument Cluster Trim Bezel Nuts
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  1. Set the parking brake.
  2. Block the wheels.
  3. Remove the instrument cluster trim bezel nuts (2).
  4. Lower the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
  5. Move the shift lever to the first gear position.
  6. Pull on the instrument panel cluster (IPC) trim plate bezel (1) in order to disengage the retainers.

    Pull in the following sequence in order to disengage the retainers.

    1. Pull on the bottom.
    2. Pull at the left corner.
    3. Pull at the right corner.
    4. Pull at the top.
  7. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the switches and power ports mounted on the IPC trim plate bezel (1).
  8. Remove the IPC trim plate bezel (1) from the vehicle.
  9. Inspect the IPC trim plate bezel (1) for broken or missing retainers.

    Replace the retainers as necessary.