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Cover, Instrument Panel: Removal: Removal

  1. Remove the steering column. Refer to COLUMN, REMOVAL .
  2. Remove the ignition switch.
  3. Remove the instrument cluster. Refer to REMOVAL .
  4. Remove the shifter assembly. Refer to SHIFTER, TRANSMISSION, REMOVAL .
  5. Remove the radio. Refer to RADIO, REMOVAL .
  6. Remove the A-pillar trim panels. Refer to PANEL, A-PILLAR TRIM, REMOVAL .
    Fig 1: Defroster Grille
    GC0146281Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  7. Using trim stick (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent, separate the retaining clips and remove the defroster grille (1).
  8. Disconnect the electrical connectors, if equipped.
  9. Remove the glove box. Refer to GLOVE BOX, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL .
    Fig 2: Driver Side End Cap
    GC0145520Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  10. Remove the left end cap (1).
  11. Remove the left cowl trim panel. Refer to PANEL, COWL TRIM, SIDE, REMOVAL .
    Fig 3: Passenger Side Silencer Panel
    GC0145521Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  12. Remove the right silencer panel (1).
  13. Remove the passenger side cowl trim panel. Refer to PANEL, COWL TRIM, SIDE, REMOVAL .
    Fig 4: Side End Cap
    GC0145714Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  14. Remove the right end cap (1).
  15. Remove the instrument panel cover screws and remove the instrument panel cover from the instrument panel reinforcement.
  16. Remove parts from the cover as necessary.