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Instrument Panel Tie Bar Replacement: Notes

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  1. Remove the instrument panel lower trim panel (1). Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
    Fig 1: Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel
    GM4052340Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Remove the instrument panel tie bar braces (2), (4). Refer to Instrument Panel Tie Bar Brace Replacement 
    Fig 2: Instrument Panel Tie Bar Braces
    GM4052366Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Remove the air inlet grille panel (2). Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
    Fig 3: Air Inlet Grille Panel
    GM4025510Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Remove the instrument panel tie bar nut (1) on the plenum lower panel.
    Fig 4: Instrument Panel Tie Bar Nut On Plenum Lower Panel
    GM4053488Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the A/C evaporator and blower module to I/P tie bar securing nuts (1).
    Fig 5: A/C Evaporator And Blower Module To I/P Tie Bar Securing Nuts
    GM4094008Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Remove the A/C evaporator and blower module to I/P tie bar securing bolts (1).
    Fig 6: A/C Evaporator And Blower Module To I/P Tie Bar Securing Bolts
    GM4094009Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Remove the steering column to I/P tie bar securing bolt (1).
    Fig 7: I/P Tie Bar Securing Bolt
    GM4053489Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Remove the steering column to I/P tie bar securing nuts (2).
  9. Disconnect the electrical connectors and detach the connector clips from the column.
  10. Lower the steering column carefully.
  11. Remove the I/P tie bar bolts (1) on the left side of I/P.
    Fig 8: I/P Tie Bar Bolts On Left Side Of I/P
    GM4053490Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Remove the I/P tie bar bolts (1) on the right side of I/P.
    Fig 9: I/P Tie Bar Bolts On Right Side Of I/P
    GM4053491Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Note location and routing of the I/P wiring harness prior to removal of the I/P tie bar assembly to ensure proper reinstallation.
    Fig 10: I/P Tie Bar Assembly
    GM4053492Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Disconnect the wiring harness from the I/P tie bar assembly.
  15. With the aid of an assistant, remove the I/P tie bar assembly (1) from the vehicle.
  16. If replacing the I/P tie bar assembly, transfer all necessary components.
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