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Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement - Passenger




Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement (Passenger)

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the instrument panel (IP) trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement (Impala) (Instrument Panel (IP) - Trim Pad Replacement)Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement (Monte Carlo) (Instrument Panel (IP) - Trim Pad Replacement).
2. Reposition the right IP accessory wiring junction block.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness retainers from the knee bolster bracket.
4. Remove the bracket bolts from the IP passenger knee bolster.
5. Remove the bracket from the IP passenger knee bolster.

Installation Procedure




1. Align the IP passenger knee bolster bracket within the IP.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the bracket bolts to the IP passenger knee bolster at the instrument carrier in the sequence shown.

Tighten the bracket bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

3. Connect the wiring harness retainers to the IP passenger knee bolster bracket.
4. Install the right IP accessory wiring junction block.
5. Install the IP trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement (Impala) (Instrument Panel (IP) - Trim Pad Replacement)Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement (Monte Carlo) (Instrument Panel (IP) - Trim Pad Replacement).