Removal - I/P Base Panel

Fig 1: Insulator

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Remove the instrument panel from the vehicle. Refer to PANEL, INSTRUMENT, REMOVAL .
Remove the instrument panel top pad. Refer to PAD, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL .
Remove the insulator (1) from the top of the instrument panel.
Remove the sun sensor and wiring harness. Refer to SENSOR, INFRARED TEMPERATURE, REMOVAL .
Remove the compass transducer module, antenna and wiring harness. Refer to ANTENNA, NAVIGATION, REMOVAL and MODULE, HANDS FREE (HFM), REMOVAL .
If equipped, remove the remote start antenna and harness. Refer to ANTENNA, REMOTE START, REMOVAL .
Remove the speakers. Refer to SPEAKER, REMOVAL .
Remove the four fasteners securing the I/P base panel to the structure/reinforcement located in the top middle area of the I/P.

Fig 2: Ignition Switch & Five Fasteners
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Remove and disconnect the ignition switch (2).
Remove the five fasteners (1) securing the LH I/P base panel to the I/P structure/reinforcement.

Fig 3: I/P Structure/Reinforcement Fasteners
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Remove the five fasteners (1) securing the center stack area to the I/P structure/reinforcement.

Fig 4: Side I/P Fastener
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Remove the fastener (1) located on the side. Repeat for the opposite side.
Remove the two glove box striker fasteners.

Fig 5: Fastener Near The Outboard Duct
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Looking from underneath, remove the fastener near the outboard duct. Repeat for the opposite side.
Remove the I/P base panel from the structure.
If necessary, separate the ductwork from the I/P base panel.