Steering Column Filler

Steering Column Filler Replacement




REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the LH instrument panel (IP) fuse block access opening cover.
2. Release the LH IP insulator tabs from the lower IP trim pad retainers for access.
3. Remove the steering column opening filler panel bolts.
4. Release the steering column opening filler panel retainers from the IP lower trim panel. Carefully lower the steering column opening filler panel away from the IP lower trim panel.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear compartment release switch.
6. Remove the rear compartment release switch.
7. Remove the steering column opening filler panel.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the rear compartment release switch.
2. Connect the electrical connector to the rear compartment release switch.
3. Align the steering column opening filler panel to the instrument panel (IP) lower trim panel. Install the steering column opening filler panel retainers to the IP lower trim panel.
4. Install the steering column opening filler panel bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the steering column opening filler panel bolts to 2 Nm (18 lb in).
5. Install the LH IP insulator tabs to the lower IP trim pad retainers.
6. Install the LH IP fuse block access opening cover.