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Instrument Panel (I/P) Retainer Replacement





Instrument Panel (I/P) Retainer Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components. For Vehicles equipped with OnStar (UE1) with Back Up Battery: The Back Up Battery is a redundant power supply to allow limited OnStar functionality in the event of a main vehicle battery power disruption to the VCIM (OnStar module). Do not disconnect the main vehicle battery or remove the OnStar fuse with the ignition key in any position other than OFF. Retained accessory power (RAP) should be allowed to time out or be disabled (simply opening the driver door should disable RAP) before disconnecting power. Disconnecting power to the OnStar module in any way while the ignition is On or with RAP activated may cause activation of the OnStar Back-Up Battery (BUB) system and will discharge and permanently damage the back-up battery. Once the Back-Up Battery is activated it will stay on until it has completely discharged. The BUB is not rechargeable and once activated the BUB must be replaced.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone Service and Repair.
3. Remove the window garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement.
4. Remove the upper trim pad. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper.
5. Remove the instrument cluster bezel. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement.
6. Remove the center trim bezel. Refer to Trim Bezel Replacement - Center Trim Bezel Replacement - Center.
7. Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement Radio Replacement.
8. Remove the BCM module from the I/P. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement Service and Repair.
9. Remove the I/P outer trim covers. Refer to Console Trim Panel Replacement - Right Console Trim Panel Replacement - Right and to Console Trim Panel Replacement - Left Console Trim Panel Replacement - Left.
10. Remove the I/P compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P).
11. Remove the steering column filler. Refer to Steering Column Filler Replacement Steering Column Filler Replacement.
12. Remove the right side I/P trim panel. Refer to Console Trim Panel Replacement - Right Console Trim Panel Replacement - Right.






13. Remove the panel which contains the power mirror switch and the dimmer switch.
14. Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement Instrument Panel Module Replacement.
15. Remove the left and the right carpet retainers. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front.






16. Remove the screws and the bolts which hold the I/P retainer to the cross beam.






17. Remove the I/P retainer from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure






1. Align the I/P retainer to the cross beam.






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.

2. Install the screws and the bolts which hold the I/P retainer to the cross beam. Begin at the center and work toward each side.

Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

3. Install the left and the right carpet retainers. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front.
4. Install the inflatable restraint I/P module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement Instrument Panel Module Replacement.






5. Install the panel which contains the power mirror switch and the dimmer switch.
6. Install the right side I/P trim panel. Refer to Console Trim Panel Replacement - Right Console Trim Panel Replacement - Right.
7. Install the steering column filler. Refer to Steering Column Filler Replacement Steering Column Filler Replacement.
8. Install the I/P compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P).
9. Install the I/P outer trim covers. Refer to Console Trim Panel Replacement - Right Console Trim Panel Replacement - Right and to Console Trim Panel Replacement - Left Console Trim Panel Replacement - Left.
10. Install the BCM module from the I/P. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement Service and Repair.
11. Install the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement Radio Replacement.
12. Install the center trim bezel. Refer to Trim Bezel Replacement - Center Trim Bezel Replacement - Center.
13. Install the instrument cluster bezel. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement.
14. Install the upper trim pad. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper.
15. Install the window garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement.
16. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone Service and Repair.

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components. For Vehicles equipped with OnStar (UE1) with Back Up Battery: The Back Up Battery is a redundant power supply to allow limited OnStar functionality in the event of a main vehicle battery power disruption to the VCIM (OnStar module). Do not disconnect the main vehicle battery or remove the OnStar fuse with the ignition key in any position other than OFF. Retained accessory power (RAP) should be allowed to time out or be disabled (simply opening the driver door should disable RAP) before disconnecting power. Disconnecting power to the OnStar module in any way while the ignition is On or with RAP activated may cause activation of the OnStar Back-Up Battery (BUB) system and will discharge and permanently damage the back-up battery. Once the Back-Up Battery is activated it will stay on until it has completely discharged. The BUB is not rechargeable and once activated the BUB must be replaced.

17. Connect the negative battery cable.


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