Instrument Panel Top Cover
REMOVAL
1. Loosen the two screws at each end off the defroster slot until they are flush with top cover surface (DO NOT REMOVE).
2. Remove the screw at each end of the top cover.
3. Using a trim stick (special tool #C-4755) or equivalent, gently pry out on both the left and right A-pillar trim panels and remove. Refer to Body and Frame/Interior Trim/Trim Panel/Service and Repair. Service and Repair
4. Use care not to scratch the panel. Lift up at each end of the cluster bezel and along the rearward edge of the top cover to disengage the clips.
5. Pull the top cover rearward until the forward pins disengage from the instrument panel.
INSTALLATION
1. Push the top cover forward assuring that the pins on the top cover engage the slots in the in the instrument panel.
2. Use care not to scratch the panel. Position the top cover clips over their mounting slots and start the retaining clips into each slot. Starting in the middle, firmly snap the top cover into place using a firm blow with the hand at each clip position.
3. Align the left and right A-pillar trim panels over the mounting slots and firmly snap into place. Refer to Body and Frame/Interior Trim/Trim Panel/Service and Repair. Service and Repair