Installation Procedure
- Install the instrument panel cluster.
- Place the tabs on the bottom of the I/P cluster into the retainer assembly.
- Install the screws.
Tighten: Tighten the I/P cluster-to-I/P housing screws to 2.2 N.m (19 lb in).
- Connect the electrical connector to the I/P cluster.
- Install the I/P cluster bezel.
- Position the I/P cluster bezel by lining up the clip location.
- Snap the I/P cluster bezel in place by pushing at the clip locations.
- Connect the wiring harness connector for the dimmer/traction control switch.
- Position the upper steering column shroud.
- Position the lower steering column shroud and install the screws.
Tighten: Tighten the steering column shroud fasteners to 1.5 N.m (13 lb ft).
- Align the peg of the ignition bezel with the cut-out in the lower shroud.
- Snap into place.
- Install the left endcap assembly:
- Maneuver the assembly past the inner I/P retainer assembly and weatherstrips.
- Snap the clips into the I/P retainer assembly locations.
- Install the screws.
Tighten: Tighten the I/P endcap-to-I/P screws to 2.2 N.m (19 lb in).
- Install the steering column filler panel.
Tighten: Tighten the steering column filler panel fasteners to 2.2 N.m (19 lb in).
- Enable the head curtain inflator modules, if equipped. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article in RESTRAINTS.
- Install the upper trim panel:
- Ensure that the hook-and-loop fastener attachments on the upper trim panel are correctly inserted.
- Position the upper trim panel on the retainer assembly.
- Align the tabs on the sides of the upper trim panel with the openings in the windshield garnish molding.
- Align the clips and the clip location.
- Firmly snap in the clips at the clip locations.
- Install the screws on the underside of the upper trim panel on the passenger side of the vehicle.
Tighten: Tighten the I/P upper trim panel fasteners to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article in RESTRAINTS.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
NOTE:
Be careful not to damage the VIN plate when removing or replacing the upper trim panel.
IMPORTANT:
Be sure the upper trim panel seal is correctly seated on the forward edge before installing the upper trim panel.