Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) - Bezel/Deflectors




REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the instrument panel ashtray from the instrument panel ashtray housing by depressing the spring loaded tab and pulling rearward.
2. Using a taped flat bladed tool, gently pry and release the 6 retaining clips which secure the IP accessory center trim plate (1) to the instrument panel assembly.
3. Disconnect the following components:
^ The 2 cigar lighter electrical connectors
^ The instrument panel ashtray bulb socket
4. Remove the cigar lighter assembly, if necessary.
5. Remove the instrument panel ashtray housing, if necessary.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the instrument panel ashtray housing, if removed.
2. Install the cigar lighter assembly, if removed.
3. Connect the following components:
^ The 2 cigar lighter electrical connectors
^ The IP ashtray bulb socket
4. Install the IP accessory center trim plate (1) to the IP assembly. Ensure that the retaining clips are fully engaged.
5. Install the instrument panel ashtray to the instrument panel ashtray housing by depressing the spring loaded tab.