Upper Pad

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Dodge Avenger and 2013 Chrysler 200. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Upper Instrument Panel Pad Fasteners

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Remove the lower I/P pad from the vehicle.
Remove the A-pillar trim. Refer to PANEL, A-PILLAR TRIM, REMOVAL .
Remove the defroster grille. Refer to GRILLE, DEFROSTER, REMOVAL .
Remove the upper fasteners (1) located across the top of the upper I/P pad.

Fig 2: Instrument Cluster Cavity Fasteners
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Remove the two fasteners (1) located under the instrument cluster bezel securing the top pad to the base panel.

Fig 3: PAB Bracket, I/P Structure & Fasteners
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Looking in from the glove box cavity, disconnect the PAB squib connectors and remove the nuts securing the PAB to the I/P structure. Refer to AIR BAG, PASSENGER, REMOVAL .

Fig 4: Fasteners & I/P Pad
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Remove the fasteners (2) securing the upper I/P pad to the base panel.
Grasp the upper I/P pad (1) up near the defroster duct, pull up and rearward to disengage the retaining clips.
CAUTION:
The Instrument Panel Top pad may be hard to unsnap from the instrument panel. Be sure not to mar, scuff, or damage the instrument panel pad.
Remove the upper I/P pad (1) from the vehicle.
If necessary, separate the PAB from the upper I/P pad (1). Refer to AIR BAG, PASSENGER, REMOVAL .