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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Impala 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console 🢒 Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 454278 Size: SH
  1. Remove the left instrument panel (IP) insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement .
  2. Remove the steering column filler panel. Refer to Steering Column Opening Filler Replacement .
  3. Remove the bracket bolts from the IP driver knee bolster (not shown).
  4. Remove the bracket bolts from the IP knee bolster at the instrument carrier. Remove the IP knee bolster bracket.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 519543 Size: SH
  1. Align the knee bolster bracket to the IP.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the knee bolster bracket bolts to the instrument carrier in the sequence shown.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  3. Install the bracket bolts which secure the IP driver knee bolster (not shown) to the IP lower trim panel.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bracket bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  4. Install the steering column filler panel. Refer to Steering Column Opening Filler Replacement .
  5. Install the left IP insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement .