Removal and Installation

NOTE: If installing a new instrument cluster, it is necessary to upload the instrument cluster configuration to the diagnostic tool. See MODULE CONTROLLED FUNCTIONS .

Depower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). See DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .

Fig 1: Center Finish Panel Screws
Remove the 2 screws and remove the center instrument panel finish panel.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Fig 2: Removing/Installing Inner Hood Lock Release Handle With Torque Specifications
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Remove the 2 screws and position aside the hood latch release handle.

Fig 3: Removing Instrument Panel Steering Column Opening Cover
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Remove the 2 screws and remove the instrument panel steering column cover.

Fig 4: Removing Instrument Panel Steering Column Opening Cover Reinforcement
Remove the 5 bolts and the lower instrument panel reinforcement.
If equipped, position the column-mounted gear shift lever to the lowest position.
Remove the 5 screws and remove the instrument cluster finish panel.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Fig 5: Removing/Installing Instrument Cluster Screws With Torque Specifications
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Remove the 4 instrument cluster screws.

Fig 6: Disconnecting Transmission Range Indicator
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If equipped with an automatic transaxle, release the retaining tab and remove the transmission range indicator.
Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the instrument cluster.