Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC): Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- 1.
Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the IPC following the on-screen instructions. Record the odometer value from the original IPC. If the odometer value cannot be obtained from the IPC (display failure), perform the diagnostic routine. If the value cannot be obtained after the diagnostic routine, the customer should supply the approximate odometer value.
NOTE:
If installing a new module, it is necessary to upload the module configuration information to the scan tool prior to removing the module. This information must be downloaded into the new module after installation.
- 2.
Remove the instrument panel center finish panel. Refer to: Instrument Panel Center Finish Panel .
- 3.
Release the clips and remove LH instrument panel trim panel. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
- 4.
Remove the bolts, release the clips and remove the lighting switch panel.- Disconnect the electrical connector. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
- 5.
Remove the bolt, release the clips and remove the LH finish panel.- Disconnect the electrical connector.
Torque
: 27 lb.in (3 Nm)
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- 6.
Release the clips and position aside the lower instrument panel cover. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
- 7.
Remove the bolts, release the clips and remove the IPC trim panel.- Detach the gap hider from the upper steering column trim cover.
Torque
: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
- Detach the gap hider from the upper steering column trim cover.
- 8.
Remove the bolts, release the clips and remove the IPC.- Disconnect the electrical connector.
Torque
: 16 lb.ft (22 Nm)
- Disconnect the electrical connector.