Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Savana Special, 2002 GMC Savana Camper Special, 2002 GMC Savana, and 2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the instrument panel driver knee bolster panel to the vehicle.
- Align the retainers on the instrument panel driver knee bolster panel with the slots at the top of the knee bolster.
- Press on the instrument panel driver knee bolster panel in order to engage the retainers.CAUTION: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the bolts that retain the lower edge of the instrument panel driver knee bolster panel to the instrument panel.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 4 N.m (35 in lbs).
- Install the instrument panel lower extension upper trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Extension Trim Plate Replacement .
- Install the instrument panel cluster trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Bezel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Cluster .
- Install the instrument panel cluster trim plate filler. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Cluster Lower .