Preliminary ProceduresRemove the front floor console. Refer toFront Floor Console Replacement.Remove the instrument panel upper trim panel assembly. RefertoInstrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Replacement.Remove the radio. Refer toRadio Replacement.Remove the HVAC control module. Refer toHeater and Air Conditioning Control ReplacementorHeater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement.Remove the left and right windshield side garnish moldings.Refer toWindshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement.Remove the right and left instrument panel insulator panels.Refer toInstrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right SideandInstrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side.Remove the drivers knee bolster assembly. Refer toDriver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement.Remove the instrument panel drivers knee bolsterreinforcement. Refer toDriver Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement.Remove the steering column assembly. Refer toSteering Column Replacement.Remove the instrument cluster assembly. Refer toInstrument Cluster Replacement.Remove the left and right instrument panel outer air outlets.Refer toInstrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement.Remove the data link connector from the lower trimpanel. | |
1 | Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Retainer Fasteners(Qty:-16) Caution:Refer toFastener Caution. Procedure Remove the trim covers in order to access the right and leftupper fasteners. Tighten2.5-Y(22-lb-in) |
2 | Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Retainer Fasteners(Qty:-2) Tip:These bolts are located up in the opening of the instrumentpanel compartment door attaching the instrument panel lower trimpad retainer to the carrier assembly. Tighten2.5-Y(22-lb-in) |
3 | Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Retainer Assembly ProceduresNote location and routing of the instrument panel wiringharness prior to removing the instrument panel lower trim padretainer to ensure proper reinstallation.When replacing the instrument panel lower trim pad retainerassembly, transfer all necessary components. |
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint and Boot Replacement Wheels
Special ToolsCH-48894Wheel Drive Shaft Boot Clamp PliersJ-35910Drive Axle Seal Clamp PliersNote:The outer Constant Velocity Joint is not service separately.If the CV joint is found to have excessive wear or damage, replacethe wheel drive shaft as an assembly.Disassemble ProcedureRemove the wheel dri ...