Removal Procedure
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
Using a flat bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
- Pull rearward to clear the tab and remove the instrument panel outer trim cover (1).
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
- WARNING:
When removing, handling or installing this component wear protective gloves. The sharp edges on the component may be very sharp and may cause injury.
NOTE:Left side shown, right side similar.
Instrument Panel Knee Bolster (1) - Remove
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
{If equipped} Instrument Panel Insulator Nut (1) - Remove
- Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Insulator Bolt (2) - Remove
- Disconnect the instrument panel wiring harness (3) from the instrument panel lower trim panel insulator.
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Insulator - Right Side (1) - Remove
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
Using a suitable pry tool, disengage the retaining clip (1).
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Release Handle (1) - Remove
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
Starting at the rear of the garnish molding (1), pull upward at the B-Pillar joint to release the up/down clips first.
- Rotate the sill garnish molding (1) inboard after releasing up/down clips and pull rearward to disengage the clip on the forward vertical wall.
- {If equipped} Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Front Side Door Sill Garnish Molding - Right Side (1) - Remove
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Release the retaining tabs.
- Off-Board Charger Control Module (1) - Remove