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Installation Procedure

IMPORTANT: Make sure the wiring harnesses and instrument panel fuse block (IPFB) are in position.
  1. Install the instrument panel retainer assembly.
  2. Install the I/P retainer assembly to the dash panel assembly bolts and nuts. Do not torque the bolts and nuts.
    3. Fig 1: Instrument Panel Fuse Block (IPFB)
    GM866572Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the instrument panel fuse block (IPFB) to the H-Brace.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the ground wires with a fastener to the H-Brace.

    Tighten:  Tighten the ground wire-to-H-brace to 2.2 N.m (19 lb in).

  5. Install the radio ground strap and fastener through the H-Brace to the junction block.

    Tighten:  Tighten the radio ground strap-to-H-brace to 2.2 N.m (19 lb in).

  6. Return the I/P harness plastic retainer to the H-Brace.
    7. Fig 2: H-Brace To Front Floor Bracket Assembly Bolts
    GM866534Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the H-Brace bolts to the front floor bracket.

    Tighten:  Tighten the H-brace-to-floor panel bolts to 25 N.m (19 lb ft).

    8. Fig 3: Passenger Side Inflatable Restraint Harness
    GM866674Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Do not connect the passenger side inflator restraint harness connectors at this time.
  8. Route the passenger side inflatable restraint harness through the retainer assembly. Close the harness retainer assembly clip.
    9. Fig 4: Clip At Retaining Assembly
    GM863797Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Do not connect the passenger side inflator restraint harness connector at this time.
  9. For RHD domestic vehicles, route the harness through the retainer assembly and clip the electrical connector to the retainer assembly.
    10. Fig 5: Passenger Side Inflatable Restraint
    GM866565Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Position the passenger side inflatable restraint retainer assembly.
  11. Install the passenger side inflatable restraint ensuring the retaining tabs are engaged to the I/P reinforcement assembly.
  12. Install the passenger side inflator restraint bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the passenger side inflator module bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    13. Fig 6: I/P Retainer Assembly
    GM866575Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Torque the I/P retainer assembly bolts and nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the I/P retainer assembly bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    14. Fig 7: Antenna Lead
    GM862524Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Connect the antenna cable and secure to the lower right side of the instrument panel retainer assembly.
    15. Fig 8: Passenger's Side Inflatable Restraint
    GM866540Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install the passenger side inflatable restraint cover.

    Tighten:  Tighten the passenger side inflator module cover fasteners to 2.2 N.m (19 lb in).

    16. Fig 9: I/P Compartment
    GM866528Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Install the I/P compartment:
    1. Position the I/P compartment door assembly to the retainer assembly.
    2. Install the I/P compartment door pins into the instrument panel retainer assembly.
    3. Lift the I/P compartment enough to install the I/P compartment door stop assemblies.
    4. Close the I/P compartment door.
    17. Fig 10: Steering Column Bolts
    GM866290Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Raise the steering column into position.
  18. Install and torque the bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the steering column-to-I/P bolts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

    19. Fig 11: Temperature Cables
    GM869069Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Make sure the wiring harnesses do not interfere with the control lever movement.
  19. Install the HVAC controller:

    Specifications: 

    • The temperature cable is white.
    • The mode cable is black.

    1. Install the mode valve cable onto the mode valve pin.
    2. Snap the slot on the cable into the HVAC controller base.
    3. Repeat the steps for the temperature cable.
      4. Fig 12: HVAC Controller
      GM866646Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    4. Install the blower switch connector.
    5. Install the HVAC controller harness.
    6. Install and torque the fasteners.

      Tighten:  Tighten the HVAC control head-to-I/P fasteners to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

    20. Fig 13: Radio & Electrical Connectors
    GM863550Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  20. Install the radio.
    1. Connect the radio ground strap spade terminal.
    2. Connect the electrical connectors.
    3. Connect the antenna lead.
    4. Install the radio by sliding it into the guides on the instrument panel.
    5. Install and torque the fasteners.

      Tighten:  Tighten the radio-to-I/P fasteners to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

    21. Fig 14: Instrument Panel Cluster
    GM866637Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  21. Install the instrument cluster.
    1. Place the tabs on the bottom of the I/P cluster into the retainer assembly.
    2. Install the fasteners.

      Tighten:  Tighten the I/P cluster-to-I/P housing fasteners to 2.2 N.m (19 lb in).

    3. Connect the electrical connector to the instrument panel cluster.
    22. Fig 15: I/P Cluster Bezel
    GM866607Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  22. Install the I/P cluster bezel.
    1. Place the dimmer/traction control switch connector through the bezel opening.
    2. Position the I/P cluster bezel by lining up the clip location.
    3. Snap the I/P cluster bezel in place by pushing at the clip locations.
    23. Fig 16: Upper And Lower Steering Column Shroud And Fasteners
    GM866520Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  23. Position the upper steering column shroud.
  24. Position the lower steering column shroud and install the fasteners.

    Tighten:  Tighten the steering column shroud fasteners to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

    25. Fig 17: Pry The Edges Of The Ignition Lock Bezel
    GM866448Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  25. Install the ignition bezel.
    1. Align the peg of the ignition bezel with the cut out in the lower shroud.
    2. Snap into place.
    26. Fig 18: Removing Dimmer/Traction Switch Assembly
    GM869077Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  26. Connect the dimmer/traction control switch wiring harness, if equipped.
  27. Install the dimmer/traction control dimmer switch.
    28. Fig 19: Left Endcap Assembly
    GM869218Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Ensure that the endcap bottom portions are inside of the filler panel and I/P compartment assemblies.
  28. Connect the left and right door jamb switch connectors.
  29. Install the left and right endcap assemblies:
    1. Maneuver the assemblies past the inner I/P retainer assembly and weatherstrips.
    2. Snap the clips into the I/P retainer assembly locations.
    3. Install the fasteners.

      Tighten:  Tighten the I/P endcap-to-I/P fasteners to 2.2 N.m (19 lb in).

    30. Fig 20: Removing Hood Release Cable From Lever
    GM866299Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  30. Install the data link connector.
  31. Route the hood release cable through the I/P and install the cable to the lever.
    32. Fig 21: Hood Release Handle Assembly
    GM866315Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  32. For RHD domestic vehicles:

    Install the hood release handle assembly.

  33. Install the hood release handle fasteners.
    34. Fig 22: Steering Column Opening Filler
    GM866621Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  34. Install the steering column filler panel.

    Tighten:  Tighten the steering column filler panel fasteners to 2.2 N.m (19 lb in).

    35. Fig 23: Console & Related Connectors
    GM866413Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  35. Install the console.
    1. Apply the park brake.
    2. Adjust the front seats to the maximum rear position.
    3. Recline the driver's and passenger's seat backs as far down as possible.
    4. Select neutral for the transaxle gear on automatic transaxles.
    5. Hold the front end of the console down and the rear end up.
    6. Position all of the harnesses so they can be accessed.
    7. Maneuver the console over the gear selector lever and past the brake lever.
    8. Connect the power outlet electrical connector.
      9. Fig 24: Locating Console Fasteners
      GM866363Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    9. On automatic transaxle equipped vehicles, remove the tape from the gear selector button.
    10. Install the fasteners at the rear of the console.

      Tighten:  Tighten the console rear fasteners to 2.2 N.m (19 lb in).

      11. Fig 25: Front Console Fasteners
      GM866410Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    11. Install and torque the front console fasteners.

      Tighten:  Tighten the console front fasteners to 2.2 N.m (19 lb in).

      12. Fig 26: Left And Right Lower Trim Panel Extension
      GM866368Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    12. Install the left and right extension panels by inserting the hinges into the console.
    13. Rotate closed and push in at the dual lock locations.
    36. Fig 27: Switch & Electrical Connectors
    GM866359Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  36. Connect the power window switch connector, if equipped.
  37. Install the power window switch or storage tray, depending on the equipment.
  38. Enable the head curtain inflator module, if equipped. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article in RESTRAINTS.
    39. Fig 28: Instrument Panel Upper Trim
    GM869041Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Be careful not to damage the VIN plate when removing or replacing the upper trim panel.
    IMPORTANT: Ensure that the upper trim panel seal is correctly seated on the forward edge before installing the upper trim panel.
  39. Install the I/P top cover:
    1. Position the upper trim panel on the retainer assembly.
    2. Align the position tabs and clips with the receiving locations in the retainer assembly.
    3. Snap in the clips at the clip locations.
    4. Install the fasteners 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).

  40. Enable the passenger supplemental inflatable restraint system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article in RESTRAINTS.
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