Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax and 2015 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the left instrument panel outer air outlet. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement (Encore) .
- Remove the left instrument panel outer trim cover. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement (Encore) .
- Remove the steering column upper trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement (Encore) .
- Remove the bolts (1) to loosen the instrument panel upper trim panel.
- Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool to aid in the removal of the left instrument panel retainer (1) from the instrument panel assembly.
- Disconnect the electrical connection.
- Remove the instrument panel retainer (1) after getting the space by pulling out the instrument upper trim panel.