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Removal Procedure

  1. Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement
  2. Front Floor Console Replacement 
  3. Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement 
  4. Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement
  5. Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement
  6. Instrument Cluster Replacement
  7. Remove the sun load temperature sensor and bezel. Sun Load Temperature Sensor Replacement
  8. Radio Replacement (IOR)
  9. Heater and Air Conditioning Control with Cable Control Replacement
  10. Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Replacement 
  11. Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Replacement - Driver Side
  12. Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Replacement - Passenger Side
  13. Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement 
  14. Instrument Panel Lower Intermediate Reinforcement Replacement 
  15. GM4503321Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the instrument panel assembly bolts (1).

  16. GM4503322Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the instrument panel assembly bolts (1).

  17. GM4503323Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the instrument panel compartment door latch striker bolt (1).

  18. Remove the airbag instrument panel module bolts (2).
  19. Remove the instrument panel assembly bolts (3).
  20. GM4503324Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Note location and routing of the instrument panel electrical harness assembly in order to ensure proper installation.

  21. With the aid of an assistant lift the instrument panel assembly rearward and upward away from the tie bar assembly.
  22. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  23. Remove the instrument panel assembly (1) from the vehicle.
  24. When replacing the instrument panel assembly, transfer all necessary components.