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Knee Bolster Replacement (Without RPO SLT)

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Fig 1: View Of Knee Bolster Assembly & Components
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Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: 
Remove the park brake release handle assembly from the knee bolster. Refer to Parking Brake Release Handle Assembly Replacement .
1 Instrument Panel Left Outer Trim Cover
Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement (with RPO SLT)  or Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement (without RPO SLT) .
2 Knee Bolster Screw (Qty: 2)
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten:  2 N.m (18 lb in)

3 Knee Bolster Assembly
Tip: 
  1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  2. If replacing the knee bolster assembly, transfer all necessary components.
4 Retainer Clip (Qty: 3)