Installation Procedure

Install the I/P to the vehicle.

Fig 1: Removing & Installing Instrument Panel
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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Fig 2: Locating Instrument Panel Fasteners

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Install the I/P fasteners.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Install all harness clips to the I/P.

Fig 3: Installing Harness Clips To Instrument Panel
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Install the I/P to floor bracket fasteners.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

Fig 4: Removing & Installing Instrument Panel-To-Floor Bracket Fasteners
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Install the DLC to the I/P.
Install the hood release handle. Refer to Hood Latch Release Cable Replacement in Body Front End.
Install the I/P compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) .
Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
Install the harness clips to the I/P.

Fig 5: Removing & Installing Harness Clips From Instrument Panel
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Install the I/P cluster. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement .
Install the right air outlet louver. Refer to Deflector Replacement - Instrument Panel Air - Right in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
Install the left air outlet louver. Refer to Deflector Replacement - Instrument Panel Air - Left in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
Install the defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement .
Remove the HVAC control. Refer to HVAC Control Assembly Replacement in HVAC - Manual.
Install the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement in Entertainment.
Install the center console. Refer to Console Replacement .
Enable the passenger SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 5 in SIR.
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
Verify the operation of all components in the I/P.