Instrument Panel (IP) - Trim Pad Replacement - Upper

Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement (Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement) in Interior Trim.





Important: Remove the upper trim panel slowly, the retainer clips could possibly fall into the instrument panel.


2. Lift the instrument panel (IP) upper trim panel approximately 51 mm (2 in) and pull rearward to release the retainers.
3. Remove the DRL ambient light sensor. Refer to Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) Ambient Light Sensor Replacement in Lighting Systems.
4. If equipped, remove the sun load sensor.




5. Remove the IP upper trim panel.

Installation Procedure

1. Align the locating pins and the retainers from the upper trim panel to the slots in the IP.




2. Install the DRL ambient light sensor. Refer to Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) Ambient Light Sensor Replacement in Lighting Systems.
3. If equipped, install the sun load sensor.




4. Push forward and down on the upper trim panel to lock into place.
5. Install the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement (Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement) in Interior Trim.