Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Saturn L300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing I/P Compartment Lamp Assembly

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IMPORTANT: After replacement of the body control module (BCM), programming is required.

Open the instrument panel (I/P) compartment door.
Remove the I/P compartment lamp assembly by pulling on the lamp plunger.
Disconnect the lamp wiring harness from the I/P compartment.

Fig 2: Removing Lower Closeout Panel From Right Side Of Instrument Panel

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Remove the lower closeout panel from the right side of the I/P.
Pull the closeout panel rearward to detach the panel from the retainers.

Fig 3: Removing Retainer From Heater Outlet Assembly On Right Side To Remove Outlet

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Remove the retainer from the heater outlet assembly on the right side and remove the outlet.
Remove the I/P compartment door. Refer to Door Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Compartment in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.

Fig 4: Removing I/P Compartment Bin Fasteners

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Remove the I/P compartment bin fasteners.

Fig 5: Removing I/P Compartment Bin

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Slowly remove the I/P compartment bin, tilting the bin downward, to expose the BCM residing on the top of the I/P compartment.
Remove the BCM module from the I/P compartment by sliding the module out of the attaching slots.
Remove the BCM harness connectors.