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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1999 🢒 S10 - Electric 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console 🢒 Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the right instrument panel sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
  3. Remove the instrument panel storage compartment. Refer to IP Storage Compartment Lamp Replacement .

    4. Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

       • Air bag deployment
       • Personal injury
       • Unnecessary SIR system repairs
    In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
       • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.
       • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.

  4. Disable the passenger SIR system connector. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Restraints.

    5. Object Number: 392686 Size: SH
  5. Remove the lower right instrument panel mounting bolt.
  6. Remove the left and the right speaker and the speaker grilles. Refer to Speakers in Audio Systems.

    7. Disconnect the electrical connections as needed.

  7. Remove the windshield defroster grille using a flat-bladed tool.
  8. Remove the center sound insulator. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Center .
  9. Remove the lower left insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
  10. Remove the park brake release handle. Refer to Park Brake Lever Replacement in Parking Brake.
  11. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement .

    12. Object Number: 303369 Size: SH
  12. Remove the lower left instrument panel mounting bolt.
  13. Remove the truck body control module. Refer to Truck Body Control Module Replacement in truck Body Control Module.

    14. Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

       • Air bag deployment
       • Personal injury
       • Unnecessary SIR system repairs
    In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
       • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.
       • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.

  14. Disable the driver side SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Restraints.
  15. Remove the instrument panel accessory trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - IP Accessory.
  16. Remove the instrument cluster. Refer to IP Cluster Replacement.
  17. Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement.
  18. Remove the knee deflector. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Center .

    19. Object Number: 352756 Size: SH
  19. Remove the brackets from the instrument panel driver knee bolster.
  20. Disconnect the electrical connections as needed.
  21. Remove the steering column from the mounting studs. Refer to Steering Column Replacement.
  22. Remove the HVAC control assembly. Refer to Control Assembly Replacement.

    23. Object Number: 303370 Size: SH

    Important: Label all of the connections in order to avoid improper installation.

  23. Remove the top instrument panel screws.
  24. Roll down the instrument panel.
  25. Disconnect the electrical connectors as needed.
  26. Remove the instrument panel from the vehicle.

    27. If replacing the instrument panel, retain the parts for assembly of the new instrument panel carrier.

Installation Procedure
  1. If replacing the instrument panel, install the retained parts from the original instrument panel.
  2. Install the instrument panel to the vehicle.
  3. Connect the electrical connectors as needed.
  4. Roll up the instrument panel.

    5. Object Number: 303370 Size: SH

    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.

  5. Install the top instrument panel screws.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

  6. Install the HVAC control assembly. Refer to Control Assembly Replacement and Blower Switch in Heater and Ventilation.
  7. Install the steering column to the mounting studs. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column - Tilt.
  8. Connect the electrical connections as needed.

    9. Object Number: 352756 Size: SH
  9. Install the left and right instrument panel driver knee bolster brackets.

    10. Tighten
    Tighten the screws/bolts to 6.3 N·m (56 lb in).

  10. Install the knee deflector. Refer to Knee Deflector Replacement.
  11. Install the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement in Entertainment.
  12. Install the instrument cluster. Refer to IP Cluster Replacement.
  13. Install the instrument panel accessory trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - IP Accessory.
  14. Enable the driver side SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Restraints.
  15. Install the truck body control module. Refer to Truck Body Control Module Replacement in Truck Body Control Module.

    16. Object Number: 352765 Size: SH
  16. Install the lower left instrument panel bolt.

    17. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 11.5 N·m (102 lb in).

  17. Install the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement .
  18. Install the park brake release handle. Refer to Park Brake Lever Replacement in Parking Brake.
  19. Install the lower left insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
  20. Install the center sound insulator. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Center .
  21. Install the windshield defroster grille.
  22. Install the left and the right speaker and the speaker grilles. Refer to Speaker Replacement in Entertainment.
  23. Install the lower right instrument panel mounting bolt.

    24. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 11.5 N·m (102 lb in).

  24. Enable the passenger side SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Restraints.
  25. Install the instrument panel storage compartment. Refer to IP Storage Compartment Lamp Replacement.
  26. Install the right sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
  27. Connect the negative battery cable.