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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the left and right instrument panel (I/P) outer trim covers. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Outer Trim Cover Replacement .
  2. Pull out on the accessory trim plate in order to release the retaining fasteners.
    3. Fig 1: Instrument Panel Bezel/Trim Plate
    GM877771Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Disconnect the accessory trim plate electrical connectors.
    4. Fig 2: View Of Accessory Trim Plate Electrical Connectors
    GM877774Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the screw retaining the cluster trim plate to the center trim panel.
  5. Lift up on the cluster trim plate to release the retaining fasteners.
  6. Remove the cluster trim plate.
    7. Fig 3: View Of Cluster Trim Plate
    GM877802Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the left and right windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  8. Remove the defroster grille bolt covers.
    9. Fig 4: View Of Defroster Grille Bolt Covers
    GM877812Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the defroster grille center bolts and the outer screws.
  10. Lift up on the defroster grille to release the retaining fasteners.
    11. Fig 5: View Of Defroster Grille
    GM877803Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. If equipped, turn the ambient light sensor body clockwise to remove the sensor from the defroster grille.
    12. Fig 6: View Of Ambient Light Sensor
    GM877737Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the defroster grille.
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