In-Vehicle Crossbeam: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

WARNING: WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, refer to Safety Warnings in General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions .
Remove the cowl panel grille. Refer to: Cowl Panel Grille .
Disconnect the hose, remove the screws and the cowl panel.

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Remove the bolts.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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Remove the instrument panel upper section. Refer to: Instrument Panel Upper Section .
Remove both front doors. Refer to: Front Door .
On both sides. Remove the A-pillar to in-vehicle crossbeam support bolt.
Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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Remove the HVAC ducts.

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Remove the bolts and the instrument panel center brace.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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Detach the wiring harness retainers and position the wiring harness aside.

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Detach the wiring harness retainers and position the wiring harness aside.

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- Disconnect the electric connectors and detach the wiring harness retainers.
- Remove the screws and the air plenum bezel.
  Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
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Remove the climate control housing bolts.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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NOTE: To avoid damaging the in-vehicle cross beam, an assistant is required when carrying out the following steps.

NOTE: Remove the bolts from one side completely and support the in-vehicle cross beam before removing the bolts from the opposite side

NOTE: Make sure that all electrical connectors and wiring are not hindered before removing the in-vehicle cross beam or damage to the components may occur.

With the help of an assistant. Remove the bolts and the in-vehicle crossbeam from the vehicle.

Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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