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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1204538  Size: SH
  1. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement .
  2. Outboard bolster only. Reposition the I/P accessory wiring junction block. Refer to Accessory Wiring Junction Block Replacement in Wiring Systems.
  3. Outboard bolster only. Disconnect the wiring harness retainers (1, 2) from the I/P passenger knee bolster.

  4. Object Number: 929334  Size: SH
  5. Remove the I/P passenger knee bolster bolts. Inboard shown, outboard similar.
  6. Remove the I/P passenger knee bolster.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 929334  Size: SH
  1. Align the I/P passenger knee bolster the I/P carrier (cross car beam).
  2. Inboard bolster shown, outboard bolster similar.

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Start the bolts by hand to avoid cross threading. Install the I/P passenger knee bolster bolts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 1204538  Size: SH
  5. Outboard bolster only. Connect the wiring harness retainers (1, 2) to the I/P passenger knee bolster.
  6. Outboard bolster only. Install the I/P accessory wiring junction block. Refer to Accessory Wiring Junction Block Replacement in Wiring Systems.
  7. Install the I/P trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement .