Trim Plate Replacement/Installation - IP Center

SI 2000 Document Number 528604

Tools Required

Plastic Trim Tool

Removal Procedure

Notice:
To prevent component damage, DO NOT use metal tools to remove the trim.





1. Place protective tape between the IP vinyl trim (1) and the IP center trim plate (4).

2. Place protective tape between the IP center trim plate bottom edge and the top edge of the console trim plate.

3. Below the upper right hand retainer clip (2) between the taped IP vinyl trim and the center trim plate (3), carefully insert a plastic trim tool. Insert the plastic trim tool far enough to ensure it is behind the trim plate plastic backing material.

4. Gently pry the trim plate outward in order to disengage the retainer clip.

5. Work around the trim plate in a clockwise direction, prying the trim plate outward in order to disengage the retainers. Seven retainer clips secure the center trim plate to the IP.

6. Grasp the upper left hand corner of the trim plate with both hands and carefully pull the trim plate rearward in order to disengage the retainer clip (5).

7. Remove the IP center trim plate.

Installation Procedure

1. Ensure the protective tape is still in place.

2. Align the retaining clips on the IP center trim plate to the openings in the IP.

3. Gently push the trim plate onto the IP. Apply even pressure around the trim plate in order to engage the retainer clips. DO NOT USE FORCE.

4. Remove the protective tape.