Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Replacement (Chevrolet/GMC)

Fig 1: Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate (Chevrolet/GMC)

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the instrument panel instrument cluster hood. Refer to Instrument Panel Instrument Cluster Hood Replacement (Chevrolet/GMC) . Remove the instrument panel center trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Trim Pad Replacement (Chevrolet/GMC) . Remove the left instrument panel outer air outlet. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Left Side (Chevrolet/GMC) .
1	Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bolt (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 2.5 N.m (22 lb in)
2	Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Procedures Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool in order to release the retainer clips securing the trim plate to the instrument panel carrier. Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool in order to release the tabs securing the closeout cover to the steering column shroud.

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bolt (Qty: 3)

CAUTION:

Tighten
2.5 N.m (22 lb in)

Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate

Procedures

Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool in order to release the retainer clips securing the trim plate to the instrument panel carrier.
Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool in order to release the tabs securing the closeout cover to the steering column shroud.