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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1999 🢒 Safari - 2WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console 🢒 Instrument Panel Air Outlet Vent Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the right side knee bolster. Refer to Passenger Knee Bolster Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 482680 Size: SH
  2. Remove the screw that retains the air outlet vent to the instrument panel.

    3. Object Number: 368490 Size: SH
  3. Lift upward on the instrument panel assist handle.
  4. Remove the air outlet vent from the instrument panel.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 368490 Size: SH
  1. Lift upward on the instrument panel assist handle.

    2. Object Number: 482680 Size: SH
  2. Install the air outlet vent to the instrument panel.

    3. 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.

  3. Install the screw that retains the air outlet vent to the instrument panel.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the screw that retains the air outlet vent to the instrument pane to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  4. Install the right side knee bolster. Refer to Passenger Knee Bolster Replacement .