Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Identifying I/P Carrier to Support Fasteners

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Position the I/P carrier assembly to the I/P structure.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the 9 fasteners that retain the I/P carrier to the I/P structure.
Tighten: Tighten the fasteners to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
Install the HVAC control module. Refer to HVAC Control Module Replacement in Heating, Air Conditioning and Ventilation.
Install the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement in Entertainment.
Install the IPC. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement .
Install the I/P upper trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper .
Install the center I/P trim panel. Refer to Lock Cylinder Replace - Console Compartment Door .
Install the knee bolster bracket. Refer to Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement - Left .
Install the right knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement - Right .
Install the left knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement - Left .
Install the passenger I/P inflatable restraint module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement in SIR.
Install the left and right I/P trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Trim Panel Replacement - Left and Instrument Panel (I/P) Trim Panel Replacement - Right .
Install the I/P upper trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper .
Install the left and right windshield pillar garnish molding. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar in Interior Trim.
Install the left and right sunshades. Refer to Sunshade Replacement in Interior Trim.
Adjust the shift lever to the PARK position.
Remove the blocks from the wheels.
Close the convertible top.