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

Preliminary Procedures

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
2. Remove the instrument panel upper trim panel with defroster nozzle. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (Acadia w/RPO UV6) , Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (Traverse) , Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (Enclave) , Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (Acadia w/o RPO UV6) .
3. 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) .
4. Remove the instrument panel cluster trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Replacement (Acadia) , Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Replacement (Traverse) .
5. Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement .
6. Remove the radio front speaker. Refer to Radio Front Speaker Replacement .
7. 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) .

Procedure

1. Prior to removing the trim pad from the instrument panel assembly, note the routing of the wiring to ensure proper reinstallation.
2. Disconnect all electrical connections.
3. With the aid of an assistant, remove the trim panel from the vehicle.
4. When replacing the instrument panel trim pad, transfer all necessary components.