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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Removing & Installing Instrument Panel
    GM896486Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the I/P to the vehicle.
  2. Fig 2: Locating Instrument Panel Fasteners
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    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the I/P fasteners.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  4. Fig 3: Installing Harness Clips For Instrument Panel
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  5. Install all harness clips to the I/P.
  6. Fig 4: Removing & Installing Instrument Panel Mounting Bracket
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  7. Install the I/P to floor bracket fasteners.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  8. Install the DLC to the I/P.
  9. Install the hood release handle. Refer to Hood Latch Release Cable Replacement in Body Front End.
  10. Install the I/P compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) .
  11. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
  12. Fig 5: Removing & Installing Harness Clips From Instrument Panel
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  13. Install the harness clips to the I/P.
  14. Install the I/P cluster. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement .
  15. Install the right air outlet louver. Refer to Deflector Replacement - Instrument Panel Air - Right in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  16. Install the left air outlet louver. Refer to Deflector Replacement - Instrument Panel Air - Left in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  17. Install the defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement .
  18. Remove the HVAC control. Refer to HVAC Control Assembly Replacement in HVAC - Manual.
  19. Install the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement in Entertainment.
  20. Install the center console. Refer to Console Replacement .
  21. Enable the passenger SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM ZONE 5 in Airbag.
  22. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Battery.
  23. Verify the operation of all components in the I/P.