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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the instrument panel outer trim covers left side and right side (2). Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement (With C99) Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement (Without C99) .
    Fig 1: Instrument Panel Outer Trim Covers Left Side And Right Side
    GM4116895Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    WARNING: Verify the proper installation of the airbag disable switch. Ensure the airbag disable switch is functioning properly by activating and deactivating the switch. If the airbag disable switch is not properly installed, and its function is not verified, the airbag may discharge improperly and cause personal injury or death.
  3. Remove the instrument panel knee bolster (3). Refer to Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement .
    Fig 2: Instrument Panel Knee Bolster
    GM4052319Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Remove the instrument panel compartment (2). Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement .
    Fig 3: Instrument Panel Compartment
    GM4052308Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the instrument panel trim plate (2). Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Plate Replacement .
    Fig 4: Instrument Panel Trim Plate
    GM4116486Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Remove the instrument panel lower trim plate applique (3). Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Plate Applique Replacement .
    Fig 5: Instrument Panel Lower Trim Plate Applique
    GM4116482Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Remove the radio assembly (2). Refer to Radio ReplacementRadio Replacement (BYOM Silver Box) .
    Fig 6: Radio Assembly
    GM4116828Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. If equipped, remove the driver information display. Refer to Driver Information Display Replacement (BYOM) .
    Fig 7: Driver Information Display
    GM4116832Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. If equipped, remove the BYOM silver box. Refer to Radio ReplacementRadio Replacement (BYOM Silver Box) (BYOM Silver Box).
    Fig 8: BYOM Silver Box
    GM4116833Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. If the automatic HVAC is equipped, remove the heater and air conditioning control (2). Refer to Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement .
    Fig 9: Heater And Air Conditioning Control
    GM4116834Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. If the manual HVAC is equipped, remove the heater and air conditioning control with cable control (2). Refer to Heater and Air Conditioning Control with Cable Control Replacement .
  12. Remove the instrument panel trim plate applique (3). Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique Replacement (Driver) Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique Replacement (Passenger) .
    Fig 10: Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique
    GM4116485Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Remove the instrument panel center trim plate applique (3). Refer to Instrument Panel Center Trim Plate Applique Replacement .
    Fig 11: Instrument Panel Center Trim Plate Applique
    GM4116480Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Remove the instrument panel trim plate applique at driver side. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique Replacement (Driver) Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique Replacement (Passenger) .
    Fig 12: Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique At Driver Side
    GM4116484Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  15. Remove the instrument panel cluster trim plate (2). Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Replacement .
    Fig 13: Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate
    GM4116481Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. Remove the instrument panel cluster (2). Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .
    Fig 14: Instrument Panel Cluster
    GM4116836Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  17. Remove both of the windshield garnish moldings (3). Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .
    Fig 15: Windshield Garnish Moldings
    GM4094219Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  18. Remove the sun load temperature sensor. Refer to Sun Load Temperature Sensor Replacement .
    Fig 16: Sun Load Temperature Sensor
    GM4053470Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  19. If needed, install a wire to the sun load sensor connector for easy installation.
  20. {If equipped} Remove the forward collision alert display assembly (1). Refer to Forward Collision Alert Display Replacement
    Fig 17: Forward Collision Alert Display
    GM4229741Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  21. Remove the instrument panel screws (1) from the left side of the I/P upper trim panel.
    Fig 18: Instrument Panel Screws
    GM4116838Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  22. Remove the instrument panel screws (1) from the center of the I/P upper trim panel.
    Fig 19: Instrument Panel Screws
    GM4116839Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  23. Remove the instrument panel screws (1) from the right side of the I/P upper trim panel.
    Fig 20: Instrument Panel Screws
    GM4116841Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  24. Remove the instrument panel inflatable restraint module bracket bolts (1).
    Fig 21: Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Bracket Bolts
    GM4053476Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  25. Release the instrument panel wiring harness clips (1) [3x] from I/P tie bar to get a working space for releasing the passenger air bag connector.
    Fig 22: Instrument Panel Wiring Harness Clips
    GM4862052Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  26. Release the instrument panel upper trim panel clips (1) from I/P lower trim panel.
    Fig 23: Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Clips
    GM4116842Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  27. Raise the instrument upper trim panel slightly and disconnect the passenger airbag electrical connector (1).
    Fig 24: Passenger Airbag Electrical Connector
    GM4862053Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COPMANY
    NOTE: Please be careful. The length of the passenger side air bag connector harness is short.
  28. Note the location and routing of the instrument panel electrical harness assembly, to ensure proper reinstallation.
    Fig 25: Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel
    GM4116843Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  29. Disconnect the fasteners securing the instrument panel electrical harness assembly to the instrument panel and position out of the way.
  30. With the aid of an assistant lift the instrument panel upper trim panel (1) rearward and upward from the I/P lower trim panel and the tie bar assembly.
  31. Remove the instrument panel upper trim panel from the vehicle.
  32. Transfer all necessary components.
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