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Instrument Panel Upper Outer Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side

Warning: Refer to SIR Warning in the Preface section.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
2. Remove the instrument panel lower compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Compartment Replacement .
3. Disconnect the electrical connection to the instrument panel inflatable restraint module.



4. Remove the 3 bolts (1) securing the instrument panel inflatable restraint module to the instrument panel tie bar assembly.
5. Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool to aid in the removal of the upper outer trim panel from the instrument panel assembly.

Note: When the instrument panel inflatable restraint module is to be replaced, both the inflatable restraint module and the upper outer trim panel needs to be purchased.

6. When the instrument panel inflatable restraint is to be reused follow the steps outlined below.




•	Using a suitable sharp bladed tool, carefully cut the four tabs located on the rear side of the instrument panel upper outer trim panel.





•	Using a suitable sharp bladed tool, carefully cut the five tabs located on the front side of the instrument panel upper outer trim panel.

•	Remove the inflatable restraint module from the upper outer trim panel.

1. Install the instrument panel inflatable restraint module into the instrument panel upper outer trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement .



2. Position the instrument panel upper outer trim panel assembly to the opening in the instrument panel assembly.
3. Push the trim panel downward ensuring the retainer tabs secure the trim panel to the instrument panel assembly.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

4. Install the 3 bolts (1) securing the instrument panel inflatable restraint module to the instrument panel tie bar assembly and tighten to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
5. Connect the electrical connection to the instrument panel inflatable restraint module.
6. Install the instrument panel lower compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Compartment Replacement .
7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .