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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1998 🢒 Safari - 2WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console 🢒 Passenger Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the passenger's knee bolster. Refer to Passenger Knee Bolster Replacement .
  2. Roll the instrument panel down. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 368292 Size: SH

    Important: Do not remove the instrument panel.

  3. Remove the knee bolster bracket right center.

    4. Object Number: 368286 Size: SH
  4. Remove the knee bolster bracket right side.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 368286 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.

  1. Install the knee bolster bracket right side.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 8 N·m (71 lb in).


    Object Number: 368292 Size: SH
  2. Install the knee bolster bracket right center.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

  3. Roll the instrument panel up. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement .
  4. Install the passenger's knee bolster. Refer to Passenger Knee Bolster Replacement .