Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement (Acadia w/RPO UV6)

Fig 1: Instrument Panel Trim Pad (Acadia w/RPO UV6)

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the instrument panel heads up display module. Refer to Head-Up Display Replacement . Remove the instrument panel outer trim covers. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Access Hole Cover Replacement (Traverse) , Instrument Panel Compartment Access Hole Cover Replacement (Acadia) , Instrument Panel Compartment Access Hole Cover Replacement (Enclave) . Remove the instrument panel cluster. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement (Traverse) , Instrument Cluster Replacement (Enclave) , Instrument Cluster Replacement (Acadia) . Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement . Remove the radio front speaker. Refer to Radio Front Speaker Replacement . Remove the instrument panel compartment trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Trim Plate Replacement (Traverse) , Instrument Panel Compartment Trim Plate Replacement (Enclave) , Instrument Panel Compartment Trim Plate Replacement (Acadia) .
1	Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 9 N.m (80 lb in)
2	Instrument Panel Trim Pad Bolt (Qty: 4) Tighten 2 N.m (18 lb in)
3	Instrument Panel Trim Pad Screw (Qty: 22) Tighten 2 N.m (18 lb in)
4	Instrument Panel Trim Pad Assembly Procedure Prior to removing the trim pad from the instrument panel assembly, note the routing of the wiring to ensure proper reinstallation. Disconnect all electrical connections. With the aid of an assistant, remove the trim panel from the vehicle. When replacing the instrument panel trim pad, transfer all necessary components.