Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Replacement (Cadillac)

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Fig 1: View Of Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Assembly & Components

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement . Remove the instrument panel upper trim panel with defroster nozzle. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (Cadillac) , Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (Except Cadillac) . Remove the instrument panel outer trim covers. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement (Except Cadillac) , Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement (Cadillac) . Remove the left instrument panel deflector. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Deflector Replacement - Left Side (Except Cadillac) , Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Deflector Replacement - Left Side (Cadillac) . Remove the instrument panel cluster assembly. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement (Except Cadillac) , Instrument Cluster Replacement (Cadillac) . Remove the instrument panel center trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Trim Panel Replacement (Cadillac) , Instrument Panel Center Trim Panel Replacement (Except Cadillac) . Remove the instrument panel accessory trim panel assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement (Except Cadillac) , Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement (Cadillac) . Remove the instrument panel inflatable restraint. Refer to Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement .
1	Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Bolt/Screw (Qty: 8) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 9 N.m (80 lb in)
2	Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel to HVAC Duct Screw (Qty: 8) Tighten 2 N.m (18 lb in)
3	Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Assembly Procedure Disconnect electrical connections. With the aid of an assistant, remove the trim panel from the vehicle.
4	Retainer Clip (Qty: 6)