Installation Procedure
- Align the I/P in the vehicle and route all electrical harnesses through the I/P retainer.
- Install the upper and side I/P carrier bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the I/P carrier center support nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Install the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar .
- Install the upper HVAC air temperature sensors from the HVAC ducts. Refer to Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Upper Right and Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Upper Left in HVAC Systems - Automatic.
- Install the lower HVAC air temperature sensors from the HVAC ducts. Refer to Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Lower Left and Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Lower Right in HVAC Systems - Automatic.
- Install the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
- Install the drivers knee bolster. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster .
- Install the I/P air bag module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement in SIR.
- Install the I/P storage compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) .
- Install the headlamp switch. Refer to Headlamp Switch Replacement in Lighting Systems.
- Install the rear wiper switch. Refer to Wiper/Washer Switch Replacement - Rear in Wipers/Washer Systems.
- Install the transfer case control switch module. Refer to Transfer Case Shift Control Module Replacement in Transfer Case - BW 4484.
- Install the traction control, air ride module to center stack and make electrical connections.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
- Install the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement in Entertainment.
- Install the Onstar® module from center stack. Refer to OnStar Button Assembly Replacement in Cellular Communication.
- Install the HVAC control. Refer to HVAC Control Module Replacement in HVAC Systems - Automatic.
- Install the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Trim Pad Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper .
- Install the IPC cluster and trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement .
- Install the diagnostic connector to the I/P.
- Tighten the data link connector screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
- Connect brake release lever to I/P.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
- Install the left accessory trim panel. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory Left .
- Install the right accessory trim panel. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory Right .
- Install the assist handle. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Assist Handle Replacement .
- Install the I/P center trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Center .
- Align the drivers and passenger side I/P side trim panel and snap into place.
- Install the I/P center console. Refer to Console Replacement .
- Install the passengers insulator. Refer to Insulator Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) .
IMPORTANT:
Make sure the ambient light sensor is routed to the top of the I/P.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.