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Removal Procedure

Caution: When you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, you must disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause air bag deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.


    Object Number: 287692  Size: SH
  1. If the vehicle is equipped with an audio/visual (A/V) adapter, the A/V adapter must be removed prior to removing the IP compartment. Refer to Audio/Video Wiring Harness Replacement in Navigation.
  2. Remove the IP compartment lamp. Refer to Instrument Panel Storage Compartment Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.
  3. Open the IP storage compartment door.
  4. Lift the door slightly and twist the stop rod in order to disengage the end of the rod from the door.

  5. Object Number: 287688  Size: SH
  6. Remove the five fasteners (1) from the bin to the IP retainer.
  7. Partially remove the IP storage compartment from the IP assembly.
  8. Disconnect the electrical connectors and guide the IP storage compartment lamp lens/connector out of the opening in the IP storage compartment.
  9. Remove the IP storage compartment.

  10. Object Number: 751040  Size: SH
  11. Remove the fasteners (1) from the IP storage compartment door trim panel (2).
  12. Remove the IP storage compartment door trim panel (2).

  13. Object Number: 751038  Size: SH
  14. Remove the fasteners (1) securing the IP storage compartment door handle (2) to the IP storage compartment door.

  15. Object Number: 751037  Size: SH
  16. Disengage the actuator cable (1) from IP storage compartment latch.

  17. Object Number: 751035  Size: SH
  18. Remove the lock cylinder from the IP storage compartment latch handle:
  19. 13.1. Insert the key into the door handle lock cylinder.
    13.2. Turn the key 1/4 turn clockwise (LOCK position).
    13.3. Insert a small diameter tool into the small rectangular opening (1) on the RH side of the compartment handle.
    13.4. Depress and hold the lock cylinder retainer.
    13.5. Turn the key an additional 1/4 turn clockwise.
    13.6. Remove the key and lock cylinder from the compartment handle (2).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 751034  Size: SH
  1. Insert the key into the lock cylinder assembly (2).
  2. Insert the lock cylinder into the IP storage compartment door handle (1).
  3. Align the lock cylinder to the same position used during removal.

  4. Push on the lock cylinder (2) in order to fully seat the lock cylinder to the IP storage compartment latch handle (1).
  5. Turn the key 1/4 turn counterclockwise in order to secure the lock cylinder (2) to the IP storage compartment handle (1).
  6. Turn the key an additional 1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove the key from the lock cylinder.
  7. Important: The lock cylinder should only allow a 1/4 turn and should be securely retained in the door handle.

  8. Inspect the lock cylinder and IP storage compartment latch handle for proper operation.

  9. Object Number: 751037  Size: SH
  10. Engage the handle/latch actuator cable (1) to the IP storage compartment latch.

  11. Object Number: 751038  Size: SH
  12. Install the IP storage compartment door handle (2) to the IP storage compartment door.
  13. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  14. Install the IP storage compartment latch fasteners (1).
  15. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners (1) fully driven, seated, but not stripped.


    Object Number: 751040  Size: SH
  16. Install the IP storage compartment door trim plate (2).
  17. Install the fasteners (1) to the IP storage compartment door trim panel (2).
  18. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners (1) fully driven, seated, but not stripped.


    Object Number: 287688  Size: SH
  19. Partially install the IP storage compartment to the IP retainer.
  20. Connect the electrical connections and guide the storage compartment lamp lens/connector through the opening in the IP storage compartment.
  21. Install the IP storage compartment into the IP opening.
  22. Install the five fasteners (1) that retain the IP compartment to the IP.
  23. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 1.5 N·m (14 lb in).

  24. Install the IP compartment lamp. Refer to Instrument Panel Storage Compartment Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.
  25. Install the A/V adapter, if equipped. Refer to Audio/Video Wiring Harness Replacement in Navigation.

  26. Object Number: 287692  Size: SH
  27. Position the compartment door in order to install the check strap to the compartment door.
  28. Twist the check strap, once it is installed to the door, in order to secure the check strap to the door.

  29. Close the IP storage compartment door and verify proper operation of the door.