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Instrument Panel (I/P) Retainer Replacement

Fig 1: Instrument Panel (I/P) Retainer Replacement
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Instrument Panel (I/P) Retainer Replacement

Callout Component Name
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
Fastener Tightening Specifications:  Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove the instrument panel center support bracket. Refer to Bracket Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Center Support .
  2. Lower the steering column and position out of the way. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
  3. Remove the instrument panel cluster assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement .
  4. Remove the instrument panel upper trim pad assembly. Refer to Trim Pad Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper .
  5. Remove the HVAC control assembly. Refer to HVAC Control Assembly Replacement .
  6. Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement .
  7. Remove the left and right windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .
  8. Remove the left and right instrument panel end covers. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Outer Trim Cover Replacement .
  9. Remove the instrument panel compartment assembly. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) .
1 Screw, Instrument Panel Retainer (Qty: 11)

Tighten:  2 N.m (18 lb in)
2 Push Pin Fasteners, Instrument Panel Retainer (Qty: 4)
3 Bolt, Instrument Panel Retainer (Qty: 10)

Tighten:  2 N.m (18 lb in)
4 Retainer Assembly, Instrument Panel
Tip: 
  1. Note routing of the wiring harness to aid in the reinstallation.
  2. Disconnect electrical connectors.
  3. With the aid of an assistant, remove the retainer from the vehicle.
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