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Installation Procedure

  1. Clean the inner surface of the knee bolster reinforcement (4), to remove all absorber material and adhesive, if the absorber (3) has been removed
  2. Remove the protective film from the new absorber (3) and adhere to the knee bolster reinforcement inner (4).
  3. Install the knee bolster outer panel (2) to the knee bolster reinforcement (4), make sure that the three tabs along the hinge line that secure the two panels together are engaged.
  4. Install the reinforcement (1) to the instrument panel compartment door (3).
  5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Install the 8 screws (1) securing the knee bolster reinforcement (4) to the knee bolster outer panel (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the 8 screws to 9 N.m (7 lb ft).

  7. Install the knee bolster panel assembly. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement - Left .
  8. Fig 1: View Of Reinforcement, Outer Panel, Absorber & Screws
    GM1358055Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.