Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Instrument Panel Carrier Wire Harness Retaining Clips

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Connect the wire harness retaining clips to the rear of the carrier.

Fig 2: Nuts Securing Instrument Panel Carrier Brackets To Pedal Assembly

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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Locate the carrier on to the pedal assembly brackets.
Tighten the nuts (1) securing the instrument panel carrier brackets to the pedal assembly to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 3: Fasteners Securing Carrier To Cowl

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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the fasteners securing the carrier to the cowl and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Install the bolt securing the carrier to the HVAC housing and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

Fig 4: Wire Harness Connector & Clips On Passenger Side

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Connect the wire harness connectors and the harness clips on the passenger side of the instrument panel.

Fig 5: Wire Harness Connector & Clips In Center Of Instrument Panel

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Install the wire harness clips in the center of the instrument panel.

Fig 6: Wire Harness Connector & Clips On Drivers Side

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Connect the wire harness connector and clips on the drivers side of the vehicle.
Install the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement (with JL7) or Steering Column Replacement (without JL7) .
Install the instrument panel retainer. Refer to Instrument Panel Retainer Replacement .
Install the front seats. Refer to Bucket Seat Replacement .