Instrument Panel Assembly: Removal

Airbag system wiring harness is routed near the combination meter.

WARNING:

All airbag system wiring harness and connectors are colored yellow. Do not use electrical test equipment on these circuits.
Be careful not to damage airbag system harness when servicing the instrument panel.

Disconnect GND cable from battery.
Remove lower cover.

Fig 1: Removing Lower Cover
Remove lower column cover and disconnect harness connectors to steering column.

Fig 2: Removing Lower Column Cover
Remove steering column assembly (with steering wheel). See TILT STEERING COLUMN .
Remove stopper (A) then remove glove box.

Fig 3: Removing Glove Box
Remove side panel of both sides.

Fig 4: Removing Side Panels
Remove passenger's airbag module. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE .
Remove console box. See CONSOLE BOX .
Remove front pillar upper trim of both sides.

Fig 5: Removing Front Pillar Upper Trim
Remove front pillar lower trim of passenger side.

Fig 6: Removing Front Pillar Lower Trim
Set temperature control switch (A) to "FULL HOT" and then disconnect temperature control cable from bottom of heater unit. (Manual A/C equipped model)
Remove instrument panel mounting bolts.
NOTE: Do not move the switch and link when installing.

Fig 7: Identifying A/C Switch Position

Fig 8: Identifying Fasteners
Disconnect harness connectors and remove instrument panel carefully.
CAUTION: Do not pull the harness when disconnecting the connector.

NOTE: If necessary, make matching marks for easy reassembly.

Fig 9: Identifying Harness Connectors
CAUTION:
- Take care not to scratch the instrument panel and related parts.
- When storing the removed instrument panel, place it standing up on the floor.
Fig 10: Storing Instrument Panel