Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement

Fig 1: Instrument Panel Compartment

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Remove the passenger instrument panel lower airbag. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Replacement (Drivers Side) , Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Replacement (Passengers Side) . Remove the right instrument panel trim plate applique. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique Replacement . Remove the right instrument panel outer trim cover. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement . Open the instrument panel compartment door to its full open position.
1	Instrument Panel Compartment Fastener Cover (Qty: 2) Procedure Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool in order to remove the fastener covers from the compartment assembly.
2	Instrument Panel Compartment Fastener (Qty: 7) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
3	Instrument Panel Compartment Assembly Procedures Disconnect the electrical connections, if applicable. When replacing the instrument compartment assembly, transfer all necessary components.