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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the left and right outer trim covers. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Outer Trim Cover Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Outer Trim Cover
    GM877765Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Pull out on the accessory trim plate in order to release the retaining fasteners.
    3. Fig 2: Instrument Panel Bezel/Trim Plate
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  3. Disconnect the accessory trim plate electrical connector(s).
    4. Fig 3: View Of Accessory Trim Plate Electrical Connectors
    GM877774Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the screw retaining the cluster trim plate to the center trim panel.
  5. Lift up on the cluster trim plate to release the retaining fasteners.
  6. Remove the cluster trim plate.
    7. Fig 4: View Of Cluster Trim Plate
    GM877802Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the left and right windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  8. Remove the defroster grille bolt covers.
    9. Fig 5: View Of Defroster Grille Bolt Covers
    GM877812Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the defroster grille center bolts and the outer screws.
  10. Lift up on the defroster grille to release the retaining fasteners.
    11. Fig 6: View Of Defroster Grille
    GM877803Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Turn the ambient light sensor body clockwise to remove it from the defroster grille.
  12. Disconnect the ambient light sensor electrical connector.
    13. Fig 7: View Of Ambient Light Sensor
    GM877737Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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