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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover


    Object Number: 182637  Size: SH
  1. Using the J 38778 , release and remove the push-in retainers from the appropriate instrument panel (IP) insulator.

  2. Object Number: 182459  Size: SH
  3. Lower the insulator slightly.
  4. Rotate the IP courtesy lamp socket ¼ turn counterclockwise to release the socket from the insulator.

  5. Object Number: 455211  Size: SH
  6. Pull the LH insulator forward from the stud at the accelerator pedal, if removing the LH side insulator.
  7. Pull the RH insulator forward from the IP, if removing the RH side insulator.
  8. Remove the appropriate IP insulator.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 455211  Size: SH
  1. Align the removed IP insulator(s) to the IP.
  2. Install the LH insulator to the stud at the accelerator pedal, if removed.

  3. Object Number: 182459  Size: SH
  4. Install the IP courtesy lamp socket to the insulator, then rotate the lamp socket ¼ turn clockwise to secure.
  5. Press upward and forward on the LH forward edge of the LH insulator to locate the insulator to the ledge in the dash mat, if removed.
  6. Press upward and forward on the forward edge of the RH insulator to locate the insulator to the ledge in the dash mat, if removed.

  7. Object Number: 182637  Size: SH

    Important: Check to ensure that the RH IP insulator, if reinstalled, does not block the floor air outlet.

  8. Fully raise the insulator(s) into position.
  9. Install the IP insulator push-in retainers.