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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: I/P Upper Trim Panel
    GM937278Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the I/P upper trim panel in the vehicle.
  2. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the bolts to the I/P upper trim panel.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  4. Install the trim panel bolt covers.
  5. Install the screws to the I/P upper trim panel.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

  6. Fig 2: Outlet Bezel
    GM933607Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the right air outlet screw.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

  8. Fig 3: Cluster Trim Panel Screws
    GM937097Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Position the I/P cluster trim panel.
  10. Push to install the trim panel in the vehicle.
  11. Install the screws to the I/P cluster trim panel.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

  12. Fig 4: Installing Screws To Steering Column Shroud
    GM937241Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Position the upper steering column shroud.
  14. Position the lower steering column shroud.
  15. Install the shrouds by pressing the shrouds together.
  16. Position the ignition bezel and install by pushing the bezel into place.
  17. Install the screws to the steering column shroud.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

  18. Fig 5: Center Storage Compartment Screws
    GM933646Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  19. Install the center trim bezel. Refer to Trim Bezel Replacement - Center .
  20. Position the center storage compartment.
  21. Install the screws to the center storage compartment.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

  22. Fig 6: Connecting Bezel Electrical Connector
    GM939700Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  23. Connect the electrical connectors to the shift lever bezel on the console.
  24. Fig 7: Installing Shift Level Bezel To Console
    GM939672Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  25. Position the lever bezel and press to install the bezel.
  26. Install the right I/P outer trim cover. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Outer Trim Cover Replacement - Right .
  27. Fig 8: Connecting Doorjamb Switch Electrical Connector
    GM987568Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  28. Connect the electrical connector to the left doorjamb switch.
  29. Fig 9: Front Door Jamb Switch
    GM987577Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  30. Position the left I/P outer trim cover and press to install the cover.
  31. Fig 10: View Of Knee Bolster (Filler Panel) & Screws
    GM939650Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  32. Position the steering column filler panel and press to install the panel.
  33. Install the filler panel screws.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

  34. Install the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement .
  35. Enable the frontal SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in SIR.