Installation Procedure

Fig 1: View Of Right I/P Trim Panel

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Verify that the retaining clips are installed on the I/P trim panel and that no clips remain in the I/P center trim panel.
Align the locating pins and the retaining clips with the I/P. Push on the I/P trim panel in order to secure.
Pull up on the upper edge of the trim panel to verify that the bracket is hooked onto the I/P retainer.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Install the I/P trim panel screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

Fig 2: View Of I/P Inflatable Restraint Module Bolts

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Slide the I/P inflatable restraint module up into position.
Install the bolts to the restraint module.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (88 lb in).

Fig 3: View Of I/P Compartment

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Align the locating pins with the I/P.
Push in on the I/P compartment in order to secure the compartment in place.
Install the I/P compartment screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
Install the defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement .
Enable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in Airbag.