Removal Procedure
WARNING:
When performing any service on or around the passenger airbag module or instrument panel, ensure that the module and panel are not disturbed or damaged in any way. Do not remove the module from the panel under any circumstances. If a service cannot be completed without removing the module from the panel, the module and panel must be removed together and each be replaced. The new module must be assembled into the new panel and its position verified. Failure to observe these steps may result in a nonfunctional or unwanted airbag deployment, which may injure you or others.
- Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
- Remove Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement (3)
- Remove Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement - Right Side (2)
- Remove Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement - Right Side (1)
- Remove Instrument Panel Center Trim Pad Replacement (1)
- Remove Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement - Left Side (2)
- Remove Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement - Left Side (2)
- Remove Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Replacement (2)
- Remove Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement (1)
- Remove Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement (2)
- Remove Front Floor Console Extension Panel Replacement (2)
- Remove Instrument Panel Fuse Block Access Hole Cover Replacement (1)
- Remove Instrument Panel Fuse Block Access Cover Frame Replacement (1)
- Remove Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement (2)
- Remove Front Floor Console Replacement (Base) Front Floor Console Replacement (Up Level) (2)
- Remove Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Compartment Replacement (2)
- Remove Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (2)
- Disconnect the headlamp switch electrical connector.
- Remove Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement (1)
- Remove Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement (1)
- Remove Radio Control Assembly Replacement (IO5 or IO6) (2)
- Remove Instrument Cluster Replacement (3)
- { If equipped } Remove Forward Collision Alert Display Replacement (3)
- Remove Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Replacement - Driver Side (2)
- Loosen and lower the steering column (1). Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
- Remove Radio Front Center Speaker Grille Replacement (1)
- Remove Radio Front Center Speaker Replacement (3)
- Remove Radio Front Speaker Grille Replacement (1)
- Remove Radio Front Speaker Replacement (2)
- Remove Instrument Panel Airbag Bolt (1)
- Disconnect the instrument panel airbag electrical connector.
- Remove Instrument Panel Bolt (1)
- Note the location and routing of the instrument panel wiring harness assembly, to ensure proper reinstallation.
- Disconnect the fasteners securing the instrument panel wiring harness assembly to the instrument panel and position out of the way.
- With the aid of an assistant lift the instrument panel (1)from the tie bar assembly.
- Instrument Panel - Remove
- Transfer components as necessary.