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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the instrument panel upper trim panel (1). Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
    Fig 1: Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel
    GM2567154Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Remove the instrument panel outer trim covers (1, 2). Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement .
    Fig 2: Instrument Panel Outer Trim Covers
    GM2566224Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Remove the instrument panel cluster trim pad (2). Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Pad Replacement .
    Fig 3: Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Pad & Fasteners
    GM2566210Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the windshield side garnish molding (1). Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement .
    Fig 4: Windshield Side Garnish Molding
    GM2576634Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Remove the instrument panel trim plate applique - left side (2). Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique Replacement - Left Side .
    Fig 5: Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique - Left Side
    GM2571077Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Remove the instrument panel molding - driver side (1). Refer to Instrument Panel Molding Replacement - Driver Side .
    Fig 6: Instrument Panel Molding - Driver Side
    GM2572162Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Remove the instrument panel molding - passenger side (2). Refer to Instrument Panel Molding Replacement - Passenger Side .
    Fig 7: Instrument Panel Molding - Passenger Side
    GM2572021Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Remove the lower three fasteners of the roof side rail inflatable restraint module (4) to aid in the removal and installation of the instrument panel assembly. Refer to Roof Side Rail Airbag Replacement
    Fig 8: Roof Side Rail Inflatable Restraint Module
    GM2575386Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Remove the three instrument panel flexible light tubes (1) from their retainers and reposition them without disconnecting the electrical connectors.
    Fig 9: Three Instrument Panel Flexible Light Tubes
    GM2877333Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Remove the instrument panel assembly fasteners (1).
    Fig 10: Three Instrument Panel Assembly Fasteners
    GM2726595Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Note location and routing of the instrument panel wiring harness prior to removal of the instrument panel assembly to ensure proper reinstallation.
    Fig 11: Locating Fastener
    GM4003729Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Remove the fastener that attaches the passenger side airbag to the instrument panel beam bracket. This fastener may be difficult to see.
  13. Disconnect the wiring harness from the instrument panel assembly.
  14. When removing the instrument panel assembly apply tape to the edges of instrument panel to prevent marring.
  15. With the aid of an assistant, remove the instrument panel assembly from the vehicle.
  16. When replacing the instrument panel assembly, transfer all necessary components.
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