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To remove

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
  2. Remove on both sides the A-pillar trim.
  3. Remove the speaker grille from the dashboard.
    Fig 1: Illustration For Step 3
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  4. Remove the speakers and unplug their connectors.
    Fig 2: Illustration For Step 4
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  5. Remove SID (Saab Information Display) and unplug the connector.
  6. Remove the side covers from the dashboard (right and left-hand) and unscrew the nuts holding the dashboard.
    Fig 3: Illustration For Step 6
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  7. Remove the driver airbag.
  8. Remove the STEERING WHEEL .
  9. Remove the Column integration module CIM (703).
  10. Remove the MIU (Main Instrument Unit).
  11. Remove the ACC-unit, or alternatively the MCC-unit, and unplug the connector.
    Fig 4: Illustration For Step 11
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  12. Remove the cup holder or where fitted the OnStar unit.
    Fig 5: Illustration For Step 12
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  13. Remove the CD-unit and unplug the connector.
    Fig 6: Illustration For Step 13
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  14. Remove the ASHTRAY .
  15. Remove the centre console forward storage box.
    Fig 7: Illustration For Step 15
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  16. Unscrew the nuts holding the dashboard.
    Fig 8: Illustration For Step 16
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  17. Remove the GLOVE BOX .
  18. Remove the passenger air bag bolts from the steering wheel member and unplug the passenger airbag connector.
    Fig 9: Illustration For Step 18
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  19. Remove the forward scuff plates and the lower side panels on the A-pillars.
    Fig 10: Illustration For Step 19
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  20. Remove the FLOOR CONSOLE .
  21. Remove the decorative cover from the steering wheel adjustment.
    Fig 11: Illustration For Step 21
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  22. Unplug the light control connector.
    Fig 12: Illustration For Step 22
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  23. Remove the temperature sensors from the panel vents on the driver and passenger sides.
    Fig 13: Illustration For Step 23
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  24. Remove the sound insulation panels driver side and passenger side.
  25. Thread the CIM connector in through the dashboard so that it does not catch when the dashboard is removed.
  26. Locate the front seats in their rearmost position. Move the gear lever to its rearmost position.
  27. Carefully remove the dashboard from the car.