Instrument Panel Center Compartment Replacement

Instrument Panel Center Compartment Replacement

Removal

1. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) center trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).




2. Peel and remove the rubber mat (1) from the I/P center trim panel (2).
Discard the rubber mat




3. Remove the I/P center compartment to I/P center trim panel retaining screws (1).




4. Remove the I/P center compartment (1) from the I/P center trim panel (2).

Installation




1. Install the I/P center compartment (1) to the I/P center trim panel (2).





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the I/P center compartment to I/P center trim panel retaining screws (1) and tighten to 2 Nm (18 lb in).





Notes: Always use a new rubber mat.

3. Clean the I/P center trim panel surface with a suitable cleaning solution to remove any remaining adhesive, using a lint free cloth.
4. Peel the adhesive backing from the new rubber mat.
5. Install the rubber mat (1) to the I/P center trim panel (2).
6. Install the I/P center trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Center Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).