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Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement

GM2788249Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Open the instrument panel compartment to the full open position.
  2. Disconnect the instrument panel compartment dampener from the compartment assembly by depressing the tabs on the compartment and sliding the dampener rod off.
1 Instrument Panel Compartment Bolt (Qty: 2)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Procedure 
To access the fasteners, squeeze the sides of the compartment assembly and allow the compartment to lower past the compartment stops.
Tighten 
2.5 N.m (22 lb in)
2 Instrument Panel Compartment
Procedure 
When replacing the instrument panel compartment, transfer all necessary components.