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Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2009 🢒 G8 🢒 Diagnostic Navigation 🢒 Vehicle Diagnostic Information 🢒 Instrument Cluster Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Note: If the instrument panel cluster (IPC) is being replaced due to mechanical damage only, store the data on Tech 2 so the new IPC can be relearned using the stored info on the Tech 2.

  1. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement.
  2. Remove the upper steering wheel cover. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement.
  3. Remove the instrument cluster trim panel. Refer to Instrument Cluster Trim Panel Replacement.
  4. Lower the steering column.

    5. Object Number: 1957789 Size: SH
  5. Remove the instrument cluster (1) to I/P trim pad retaining screws (2).
  6. Carefully remove the instrument cluster (1) from the instrument panel trim pad.

    7. Object Number: 1962720 Size: SH
  7. Disconnect the instrument cluster (1) electrical connector (2).

    8. Note: When removing the instrument cluster, take care not scratch or damage the instrument cluster screen.

  8. Remove the instrument cluster (1).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1962720 Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connector (2) to the Instrument cluster  (1).

    2. Object Number: 1957791 Size: SH

    Note: When installing the instrument cluster, make sure the anti-rattle foam (1) is between the I/P trim pad and instrument cluster.

  2. Install the instrument cluster.

    3. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1957789 Size: SH
  3. Install the instrument cluster (1) retaining screws (2) and tighten to 2 N·m (18 lb in).
  4. Install the I/P trim panel. Refer to Instrument Cluster Trim Panel Replacement.
  5. Install the steering wheel upper trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement.
  6. Install the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement.
  7. Re-programme the instrument cluster. Refer to Instrument Cluster Programming and Setup.