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Removal Procedure

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  1. If equipped with air conditioning (A/C), set the air flow control to the instrument panel (IP) vent position.
  2. Apply the parking brake to prevent the vehicle from moving.
  3. If the transmission is automatic, move the shift lever all the way down.
  4. Tilt the steering wheel to the full down position.
  5. Remove the IP cluster trim plate bezel. Refer to Bezel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Cluster   . 
  6. Remove the end panels. The left panel is shown, and the right panel is similar.
  7. Remove the right side air outlets.
    Fig 1: Removing End Panels
    G01579407Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the assist handle by depressing the release tabs accessed through the air outlet duct holes.
  9. Remove the windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT-WINDSHIELD PILLAR .
  10. Remove the bolts retaining the panel to IP assembly.
    Fig 2: Removing Assist Handle
    G01579408Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Lift the trim panel up to disconnect the electrical connector (1) to the ambient light sensor on the underside of the trim panel.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Electrical Connector
    G01579409Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the trim panel from the IP assembly.
    Fig 4: Removing Trim Panel Retaining Screws
    G01579410Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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