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Aero Lens - Instrument Panel - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. Install the screws (x5) that attach the driver vent assembly to the instrument panel aero lens.

    2 N.m (1.5 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 bit
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  2. Install the passenger vent assembly screws (x4).

    2 N.m (1.5 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 bit
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  3. Fasten the RH aero lens end cap clip.
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  4. Fasten the LH aero lens end cap clip.
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  5. Position the instrument panel aero lens to the instrument panel sub-assembly.
    NOTE: Align the tabs (x8) from the instrument panel sub-assembly into the instrument panel aero lens.
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  6. Rotate the instrument panel aero lens into the instrument panel sub-assembly and fasten it with tabs (x8).
    NOTE: Rotate the instrument panel sub-assembly rearward to engage the tabs (x8).
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  7. Install the screws (x5) that attach the instrument panel aero lens to the instrument panel sub-assembly.

    2.5 N.m (1.8 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 bit
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  8. Connect the air wave ventilation electrical connectors (x4).
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  9. With an assistant, install the instrument panel sub-assembly.
    NOTE: Slide the instrument panel sub-assembly into the vehicle.
    NOTE: Make sure the front passenger airbag and the driver vent assembly have clearance past the lower instrument panel assembly.
    NOTE: Engage the instrument panel sub-assembly datums (x4) into the dash slots.
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  10. Install the bolt that attaches the instrument panel ground harness.

    3.5 N.m (2.6 ft-lbs) 

    NOTE: Route behind the touchscreen RH bracket.
    NOTE: If using part revision 1562948-70-D on a non-HW4 vehicle, add ground strap 1679240-00-A to the aero lens assembly.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm socket
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  11. Connect the instrument panel trim harness electrical connector.
    NOTE: Clip (x1)
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  12. Connect the instrument cluster harness electrical connector.
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  13. Position the lower instrument panel assembly into the instrument panel sub-assembly.
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  14. Install the LH lower instrument panel screws (x3).

    3 N.m (2.2 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 bit
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  15. Install the center lower instrument panel screws (x6).

    3 N.m (2.2 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 bit
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  16. Install the RH lower instrument panel screws (x3).

    3 N.m (2.2 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 bit
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  17. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the instrument panel carrier cross beam.

    3 N.m (2.2 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm socket
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  18. Connect the front passenger airbag electrical connectors (x3).
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  19. Install the front passenger instrument panel duct. See Duct - Instrument Panel - Front Passenger (Remove and Replace) .
  20. Install the main instrument panel decor. See DECOR - INSTRUMENT PANEL - MAIN (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  21. Install the glove box. See GLOVE BOX (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  22. Install the front passenger knee airbag. See Knee Airbag - Front Passenger (Remove and Replace) .
  23. Install the RH center console side panel carpet. See Carpet - Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  24. Install the front passenger footwell cover. See COVER - FOOTWELL - PASSENGER (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  25. Install the RH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  26. Install the RH front sill panel trim. See Trim - Sill Panel - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  27. Install the front passenger floor mat.
  28. Install the RH upper A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  29. Install the RH sun visor bezel A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Sun Visor Bezel - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  30. Install the RH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  31. Install the RH instrument panel end cap. See END CAP - INSTRUMENT PANEL - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  32. Install the RH instrument panel middle trim. See TRIM - MIDDLE - INSTRUMENT PANEL - RH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  33. Fasten the tabs (x4) that attach the IP closeout panel.
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  34. Install the touchscreen. See Touchscreen - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
  35. Install the instrument panel service panel. See Service Panel - Instrument Panel (Remove and Replace) .
  36. Install the center console phone dock. See Phone Dock - Center Console (Remove and Replace) .
  37. Reconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect) .
  38. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
  39. Restore the front passenger seat back to its original position.
  40. Calibrate the RH rear door by holding the upper B-pillar button in the down position.
  41. Close the RH front door.
  42. Install the LH upper A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  43. Install the LH sun visor bezel A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Sun Visor Bezel - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  44. Install the LH instrument panel middle trim. See TRIM - MIDDLE - INSTRUMENT PANEL - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  45. Install the LH instrument panel end cap. See END CAP - INSTRUMENT PANEL - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  46. Install the LH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  47. Restore the steering column back to its original position.
  48. Restore the driver seat back to its original position.
  49. Calibrate the LH rear door by holding the upper B-pillar button in the down position.
  50. Raise the LH and RH front windows.
  51. Close the LH front door.
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