Instrument Panel (IP) - Carrier Replacement - Installation - Procedure A

1. Install the IP to the vehicle.
Rest the IP on the lower pivot studs.
2. Connect the following electrical connectors as necessary.
- The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning module (HVACM)
- The 22-way engine harness
- The stoplamp switch. Refer to Stoplamp Switch Replacement in Brakes.
- The vehicle speed sensor (VSS) calibrator module. Refer to Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Module Replacement.
- The clutch or brake release switches
- The electronic accelerator (Diesel)
- The HVAC control cables (if equipped).
3. Connect the park brake release handle.
4. Install the IP to the cowl.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Install the three IP upper support screws.

Tighten
Tighten the three IP upper support screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

6. Install the center support screw.
7. Install the IP attaching bolts through the storage compartment door.
8. Install the IP storage compartment.




9. Install the left and the right IP pivot bolts.
10. Install the front floor console if removed.
11. Install the manual transmission shift lever.
12. Install the steering column to the vehicle.
13. Connect the shift cable (automatic transmission).
14. Install the 48-way connector and screw built into the steering column.
15. Install the 8-way column connector.
16. Install the tie bar and the 4 nuts.
17. Install the knee deflector bracket.
18. Install the reaction plate assembly.
19. Connect the brake release handle to the cable.
20. Install the left and the right hinge pillar trim panels.
21. Install the left and the right sill plate front screws.

Tighten
Tighten the sill plate front screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

22. Install the steering shaft and the bolt.
23. Install the knee bolster.
24. Install the coolant reservoir tank.
25. Install the bulkhead connector.
26. Install the 3 relay center bolts to the underside of the wheel opening.
27. Connect the negative battery cable.