Installation Procedure
- WARNING:
Never install the passenger airbag module into the instrument panel assembly that airbag module chute is cut. This may cause incorrect deployment when the passenger airbag is deployed.
NOTE:When replacing instrument panel upper trim panel, always install a NEW instrument panel airbag. Instrument panel airbag is a single use component.
Position the instrument panel airbag (1) on the air bag chute.
- Push the instrument panel airbag (1) into the airbag chute until the hooks of airbag module are seated completely.
Install the instrument panel upper trim panel (1) with the aid of an assistant.
- Connect the electrical connector.
- CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
Instrument Panel Airbag Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate (2) - Install
- Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bolt (1) - Tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Connect the electrical connectors.
- Instrument Panel Transmission Shift Opening Cover (2) - Install
- Instrument Panel Center Trim Panel Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [6x] - Fastener Specifications
Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [15x] - Fastener Specifications
Connect the electrical connector.
- Radio Front Speaker (2) - Install
- Radio Front Speaker Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Radio Front Speaker Grille (1) - Install
Windshield Garnish Molding (3) - Install
- Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
- Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Cover (1) - Install [2x]
- Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.
Connect the electrical connector.
- Instrument Panel Trim Pad (2) - Install
- Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [6x] - Fastener Specifications
Instrument Panel Center Trim Plate Applique (1) - Install
Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique (1) - Install
Instrument Panel Fuse Block Access Hole Cover (1) - Install
Connect the electrical connector.
- Radio Front Center Speaker (2) - Install
- Radio Front Center Speaker Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Connect the electrical connector.
- Instrument Panel Extension (1) - Install
Connect the electrical connector.
- Radio Front Speaker (2) - Install
- Radio Front Speaker Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Radio Front Speaker Grille (1) - Install
Windshield Garnish Molding Bolt (2) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Align the retaining clips with the slots in the A pillar and press the windshield garnish molding (1) into place.
- Windshield Garnish Molding (1) - Install
- Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.
Connect the electrical connectors.
- Instrument Panel Switch Trim Plate (2) - Install
- Instrument Panel Switch Trim Plate Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Connect the electrical connectors.
- Instrument Panel Trim Pad (2) - Install
- Instrument Panel Trim Pad Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique (1) - Install
Instrument Panel Fuse Block Access Hole Cover (1) - Install
Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Outer Filler (1) - Install
- Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling
Make sure that the passenger airbag is installed into the chute completely.