Instrument Panel Top Cover

REMOVAL
1. Open glove box door.
2. Remove right end cap and remove screw at right end. Instrument Panel End Cap
3. Remove left and right A-pillar moldings by disengaging the top Christmas tree fasteners and then pulling the moldings out vertically. Refer to Body and Frame/Interior Trim/Trim panel/Service and Repair/A-Pillar Removal and Installation. Service and Repair

Top Cover:

4. Lift the right rear edge of top cover to disengage the clips along the rear edge. Proceeding from right to the left side. Do not use a nylon trim stick, to avoid potential damage.
5. Lift rear edge and slide top cover rearward disengaging angular clips and remove cover.

INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures. Ensure the two center clips are engaged first. Place thumb in VIN opening and pull towards pad to ensure VIN alignment. If a gap exist between the top cover and pad after installation check for a damaged clip. The clip must be removed and replaced.