Note: The instrument panel cluster trim plate and the steering column upper trim cover must be removed as an assembly, do not attempt to separate.

Preliminary Procedures

Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling

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Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate and Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Assembly

Procedures

1. Turn the steering wheel to the left in order to release the left tab securing the upper trim cover to the lower trim cover.
2. Release the retainers along the left side of the upper trim cover securing it to the lower trim cover.
3. While holding the left side of the trim cover up, turn the steering wheel enough to release the right retainer tab securing the right side of the upper trim cover to the lower trim cover.
4. Release the retainers along the right side of the upper trim cover securing it to the lower trim cover.
5. Grasp the instrument panel cluster trim plate and steering column upper trim cover assembly and pull rearward releasing the clips securing the assembly to the instrument panel.

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Steering Column Upper Trim Cover

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Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Assembly

Procedure

When replacing either the instrument panel cluster trim plate or the steering column upper trim cover snap the two pieces together prior to installing them into the vehicle.