Instrument Panel Upper Section

Instrument Panel Upper Section
This is a "Trustmark Authoring Standards (TAS) Repair Procedure"
- TAS style procedures can be identified by steps that have no accompanying step text and the magenta color of the electrical connectors and fasteners such as nuts, bolts, clamps or clips.
- TAS removal and installation procedures use a sequence of color illustrations to indicate the order to be followed when removing/disassembling or installing/assembling a component.
- Many of the TAS procedures will have the installation information within the removal steps.
- The TAS color illustrations use a variety of symbols to indicate important details of the procedures. It is important to understand these symbols in order to properly used the TAS procedures.
Refer to How to Use TAS Procedures and TAS Symbol Glossary at Vehicle | Description and Operation for additional information on these TAS procedures.
For additional information, refer to How to Use TAS Procedures How to Use TAS Procedures
For additional information, refer to TAS Symbol Glossary TAS Symbols Glossary
Removal

WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment, the restraints control module backup power supply must be depleted. Wait at least one minute after disconnecting the battery ground cable(s) before commencing any repair or adjustment to the supplemental restraint system (SRS), or any component(s) adjacent to the SRS sensors. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when working on an air bag equipped vehicle and when handling an air bag module. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

WARNING: To minimize the possibility of premature deployment, do not use radio key code savers when working on the supplemental restraint system. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

WARNING: To minimize the possibility of injury in the event of premature deployment, always carry a live air bag module with the bag and trim cover pointed away from the body. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

WARNING: To minimize the possibility of premature deployment, live air bag modules must only be placed on work benches which have been ground bonded and with the trim cover facing up. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Never probe the electrical connectors of air bag modules or any other supplemental restraint system component. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Painting over the driver air bag module trim cover or instrument panel could lead to deterioration of the trim cover and air bags. Do not for any reason attempt to paint discolored or damaged air bag module trim covers or instrument panel. Install a new component. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
For additional information, refer to Battery Disconnect and Connect Battery Disconnect and Connect
For additional information, refer to Steering Wheel Service and Repair

NOTE:
The procedure must be carried out on both sides.
For additional information, refer to A-Pillar Trim Panel Pillar Trim
For additional information, refer to Glove Compartment Service and Repair
For additional information, refer to Instrument Cluster Service and Repair
For additional information, refer to Instrument Panel Lower Section Instrument Panel Lower Section
1 Fully extend the steering column for access.

NOTE:
The procedure must be carried out on both sides.

Torque to: 2.5 Nm

CAUTION: Before inserting the special tool, make sure that the register is fully open.

CAUTION: Care must be taken to avoid damage to the internal components of the center registers.

CAUTION: Repeat for the other centre register secured to the instrument panel.

CAUTION: To install the register, align the securing clips and push the register into the housing until firmly secured in it's seated position.

CAUTION: During removal, care must be taken not to damage the instrument panel covering with the register clips.

Special Service Tool

Remover, Register, JLR-412-147

Torque to: 2.5 Nm

NOTE:
The procedure must be carried out on both sides.

Torque to: 9 Nm

Torque to: 9 Nm

NOTE:
The procedure must be carried out on both sides.

Torque to: 9 Nm

Torque to: 9 Nm

Torque to: 4 Nm

Torque to: 9 Nm

NOTE:
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

Torque to: 4 Nm

Torque to: 2.5 Nm

CAUTION: Note the fitted position of the component prior to removal.

NOTE:
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

Torque to: 9 Nm

CAUTION: Note the fitted position of the component prior to removal.

CAUTION: Take extra care not to damage the edges of the component.

NOTE:
This step requires the aid of another technician.

NOTE:
LHD illustration shown, RHD is similar.

NOTE:
Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.

Torque to: 2.5 Nm

CAUTION: Note the fitted position of the component prior to removal.

CAUTION: Care must be taken to avoid damage to the seal register and running surface.

CAUTION: Repeat for each of the registers secured to the instrument panel.

CAUTION: Before inserting the special tool, make sure that the register is fully open.

CAUTION: To install the register, align the securing clips and push the register into the housing until firmly secured in it's seated position.

CAUTION: During removal, care must be taken not to damage the instrument panel covering with the register clips.

NOTE:
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

Special Service Tool

Remover, Register, JLR-412-147

Torque to: 2.5 Nm

Torque to: 4.5 Nm

NOTE:
The procedure must be carried out on both sides.

Torque to: 2.5 Nm

Torque to: 2.5 Nm

Installation
1 To install, reverse the removal procedure.