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Installation Procedure

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  1. When replacing the instrument panel assembly apply tape to the edges of the new panel.
  2. With the aid of an assistant, position the instrument panel assembly (2) into the vehicle.
  3. Reposition the instrument panel wiring harness into vehicle position as was noted in the removal process and connect the fasteners securing the instrument panel wiring harness to the instrument panel assembly.
  4. Install the instrument panel assembly fasteners (1).
    Fig 1: Three Instrument Panel Assembly Fasteners
    GM2726595Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  5. Install the three instrument panel flexible light tubes (1) to their retainers.
    Fig 2: Three Instrument Panel Flexible Light Tubes
    GM2877333Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Install the lower three fasteners of the roof side rail inflatable restraint module (4). Refer to Roof Side Rail Airbag Replacement
    Fig 3: Roof Side Rail Inflatable Restraint Module
    GM2575386Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Install the instrument panel molding - passenger side (2). Refer to Instrument Panel Molding Replacement - Passenger Side .
    Fig 4: Instrument Panel Molding - Passenger Side
    GM2572021Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Install the instrument panel molding - driver side (1). Refer to Instrument Panel Molding Replacement - Driver Side .
    Fig 5: Instrument Panel Molding - Driver Side
    GM2572162Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Install the instrument panel trim plate applique - left side (2). Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique Replacement - Left Side .
    Fig 6: Instrument Panel Trim Plate Applique - Left Side
    GM2571077Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Install the windshield side garnish molding (1). Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement .
    Fig 7: Windshield Side Garnish Molding
    GM2576634Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Install the instrument panel cluster trim pad (2). Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Pad Replacement .
    Fig 8: Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Pad & Fasteners
    GM2566210Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Install the instrument panel outer trim covers (1, 2). Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement .
    Fig 9: Instrument Panel Outer Trim Covers
    GM2566224Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Install the instrument panel upper trim panel (1). Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
    Fig 10: Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel
    GM2567154Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
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