Instrument Panel (IP) - Installation Procedure

1. Install the instrument panel (2) to the vehicle. Secure the IP with the 2 upper IP mounting bolts (1). Do not tighten fully.




2. Install the bolt (2) located in the steering column area which secures the instrument panel (1). Do not tighten fully.




3. Install the 2 center IP mounting bolts (4) which secure the instrument panel (2) at each side. Do not tighten fully.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

4. Install the 2 bolts (3,6) which secure the instrument panel (2) at each side.

Tighten
Tighten all of the instrument panel mounting bolts to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).

5. Reposition the floor panel carpet around the center of the instrument panel (2).
6. Install the left upper IP bolt trim cover to the instrument panel.
7. Install the right upper IP bolt trim cover to the instrument panel.




8. Install the ambient light sensor.
9. Install the bolt which secures the IP wiring harness ground wire. The b6lt and ground wire are located to the left front of the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM).
10. Connect the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) electrical connector. Secure the connector with the connector position assurance (CPA).
11. Connect the radio antenna cable lead to the extension cable in the junction block area.
12. Connect the 6 IP wiring harness electrical connectors to the junction block.
13. Install the windshield side garnish moldings.
14. Install the hood latch release handle (1) to the instrument panel (3). Secure the handle with the screw (2).




15. Install the steering column.
16. Install the inflatable restraint IP module.
17. Install the fresh/recirc control cable (1) at the blower case (3).




18. Install the temperature control cable (1) at the heater case (2).




19. Install the mode control cable (3) at the heater case.
20. Adjust the heater control cables as necessary. Refer to the following:
^ Temperature Control Cable Adjustment Mode Control Cable Adjustment
^ Vent Control Cable Adjustment
21. Install the IP steering column opening trim plate.
22. Install the IP compartment.
23. Install the front floor console.
24. Enable the Restraint Systems System. Refer to Enabling the Restraint Systems System in Restraint Systems.
25. Connect the negative battery cable.