Removal Procedure

Disconnect electrical connectors.

Remove 4 instrument panel tie bar bolts (3, 4).
Remove 2 instrument panel tie bar nuts (2).
Installation Procedure
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Install 4 instrument panel tie bar bolts (3, 4) and tighten to 22 N·m (17 lb ft).
Install 2 instrument panel tie bar nuts (2) and tighten to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

Connect electrical connectors.
Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement
Instrument Panel Wiring Harness ReplacementRemoval Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Collision Sectioning Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Dis ...
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR
Disabling and Enabling.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to ...
Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision
Warning: Restraint systems can be damaged in a collision. To help
avoid injury and ensure that all parts in need of replacement are
replaced:
Replace any seat belt system that was in use during the
collision serious enough to deploy any automatic restraint device such as
air
bags and ...