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 Instrument panel assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement (Trax) Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement (Encore) .
- Remove the instrument panel lower trim panel insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Insulator Replacement .
- Remove the passenger side inflatable restraint instrument panel lower module, if equipped. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Replacement - Passenger Side (AYF)
- Unsnap the instrument panel fuse block (1) and disconnect harness from the instrument panel tie bar assembly and position out of the way.
- Remove the air inlet grill panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Trax)Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Encore) .
- Remove the nut (1) securing the instrument panel tie bar assembly to the cowl panel.
- Remove the bolts (1) securing the instrument panel tie bar assembly to the brake pedal bracket.
- Remove bolt (1) securing the instrument panel tie bar to the brake pedal mounting bracket.
- Remove the bolts (1) securing the right and left instrument panel tie bar lower support brackets (2) to the front floor tunnel panel.
- Remove the fasteners (1) securing the instrument panel tie bar assembly to the HVAC module.
- Remove the bolts (1) securing the instrument panel tie bar assembly to the vehicle body.
- Note the location and routing of the instrument panel wiring harness in order to ensure proper installation.
- Support the HVAC module in order to prevent damage.
- With the aid of an assistant remove the instrument panel tie bar assembly from the vehicle.