Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Replacement

Fig 1: Replacing Lower Instrument Panel (I/P) Trim Panel

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the instrument panel (I/P) upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement . Remove the I/P cluster assembly. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement . Remove the headlamp switch assembly. Refer to Headlamp Switch Replacement (Impala) . Remove the right and left insulator panels. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side and Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side . Remove the I/P inflatable restraint. Refer to Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (Impala) . Remove the drivers knee bolster reinforcement. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement . Remove the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement . Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement . Remove the HVAC control module. Refer to Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement .
1	Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Bolt (Qty 6) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 10 N.m (88 lb in)
2	Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Screw (Qty 4) Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
3	Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Assembly Procedure Note routing of the wiring harness prior to removal to aid in the reinstallation. Disconnect all electrical connections to the trim panel.