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Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper



Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper

Removal Procedure

1. Lower the convertible top.
2. Remove the left and right sunshades. Refer to Sunshade Replacement (Service and Repair) in Interior Trim.
3. Remove the windshield upper garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement (Removal and Replacement) in Interior Trim.
4. Remove the left and right windshield pillar garnish molding. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar (Removal and Replacement) in Interior Trim.




5. Use a flat-bladed plastic tool to release the 5 retaining clips.
6. Remove instrument panel (I/P) upper trim panel from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the I/P upper trim panel by engaging the retaining clips.
2. Install the left and right windshield pillar garnish molding. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar (Removal and Replacement) in Interior Trim.
3. Install the windshield upper garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement (Removal and Replacement) in Interior Trim.
4. Install the left and right sunshades. Refer to Sunshade Replacement (Service and Repair) in Interior Trim.
5. Raise the convertible top.