Removal Procedure

Fig 1: Instrument Panel Upper Trim

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Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article in RESTRAINTS.
Remove the fasteners located under the upper trim panel on the passenger side of the vehicle.

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the VIN plate when removing or replacing the upper trim panel.

Disengage the clips at the locations by grasping the edges of the instrument panel upper trim and lifting up.
Disengage the hook-and-loop fastener attachments at the rear of the instrument panel upper trim by reaching under the panel and lifting straight up.
Raise the instrument panel upper trim enough to clear the VIN plate.

Fig 2: End Cap Assembly

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Open the I/P compartment door.
Remove the right endcap assembly.
1. Remove the fasteners.
2. Carefully disengage the clips at the I/P retainer assembly locations. Using a blunt tool will aid in disengaging the clips.
3. Maneuver the assemblies past the inner I/P retainer assembly and weatherstrips.

Fig 3: Clip Locations Attaching I/P Bezel To Retainer Assembly

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Separate the clips from the clip locations attaching the I/P bezel to the retainer assembly. Access is necessary to move the passenger supplemental inflatable restraint door from the locator pin.

Fig 4: Passenger's Side Inflatable Restraint

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Remove the fasteners attaching the passenger supplemental inflatable restraint door to the retainer assembly.