For 1990-2009 cars only
Instrument Panel Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
- Disable the SIR System. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
- Remove the front floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement .
- Remove the IP compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement .
- Remove the IP steering column opening trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side .
- Remove the mode control cable (3) from the heater case.
- Remove the temperature control cable (1) from the heater case (2).
- Remove the fresh/recirc control cable (1) from the blower case (3).
- Remove the inflatable restraint IP module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement in SIR.
- Remove the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
- Remove the screw (2) that retains the hood latch release handle (1) to the IP assembly (3).
- Position the hood latch release handle (1) aside in order to gain the necessary clearance to remove the IP assembly (3).
- Gently pry loose and remove the windshield side garnish moldings.
- Disconnect the 6 IP wiring harness electrical connectors from the junction block.
- Disconnect the radio antenna cable lead from the extension cable in the junction block area.
- Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) electrical connector.
- Disconnect the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) electrical connector.
- Remove the bolt that retains the IP wiring harness ground wire. The bolt and the ground wire are located to the left front of the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM).
- Remove the ambient light sensor. Refer to Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) Ambient Light Sensor Replacement in Lighting Systems.
- Remove the 2 bolts (3, 6) at each side that retain the IP assembly (2).
- Fold back the floor panel carpet around the center of the IP assembly (2) in order to access the 2 center IP mounting bolts (4) at each side.
- Remove the 2 center IP mounting bolts (4) at each side that retain the IP assembly (2).
- Remove the bolt (2) that is located in the steering column area that retains the IP assembly (1).
- Remove the left upper IP bolt trim cover (1) from the IP assembly (2).
- Remove the right upper IP bolt trim cover (1) from the IP assembly (2).
- Remove the 2 upper IP mounting bolts (1) that retain the IP assembly (2).
- Remove the IP assembly (2) from the vehicle.
Instrument Panel Installation Procedure
- Install the IP assembly (2) to the vehicle. Secure the IP with the 2 upper IP mounting bolts (1). Do not tighten completely at this time.
- Install the bolt (2) that is located in the steering column area that retains the IP assembly (1). Do not tighten completely at this time.
- Install the 2 center IP mounting bolts (4) at each side that retain the IP assembly (2). Do not tighten completely at this time.
- Install the 2 bolts (3, 6) at each side that retain the IP assembly (2).
- Reposition the floor panel carpet around the center of the IP assembly (2).
- Install the left upper IP bolt trim cover to the IP assembly.
- Install the right upper IP bolt trim cover to the IP assembly.
- Install the ambient light sensor. Refer to Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) Ambient Light Sensor Replacement in Lighting Systems.
- Install the bolt that retains the IP wiring harness ground wire. The bolt and the ground wire are located to the left front of the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM).
- Connect the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) electrical connector. Secure the connector with the connector position assurance (CPA).
- Connect the radio antenna cable lead to the extension cable in the junction block area.
- Connect the 6 IP wiring harness electrical connectors to the junction block.
- Install the windshield side garnish moldings.
- Install the hood latch release handle (1) to the IP assembly (3). Secure the handle with the screw (2).
- Install the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
- Install the inflatable restraint IP module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement in SIR.
- Install the fresh/recirc control cable (1) to the blower case (3).
- Install the temperature control cable (1) to the heater case (2).
- Install the mode control cable (3) to the heater case.
- Adjust the heater control cables as necessary. Refer to the following procedures in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning:
- Install the IP steering column opening trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side .
- Install the IP compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement .
- Install the front floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement .
- Enable the SIR System. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
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.
Tighten
Tighten all of the instrument panel mounting bolts to 23 N·m
(17 lb ft).
