Express 3/4 Ton Van V8-305 5.0L VIN M SFI (1999)
Access Cover: Service and Repair
Instrument Panel (IP) Extension
INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) EXTENSION REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the instrument panel lower extension upper trim panel. Refer to "Instrument Panel (I/P) Extension Trim Plate".
2. Remove the bolts (4) that retain the top outer edges of the instrument panel lower extension.
3. Remove the nuts (3) that retain the top and the bottom of the instrument panel lower extension.
4. Disconnect the electrical connectors for the following components:
^
The lighter
^
The accessory plug The storage compartment lamp
5. Remove the instrument panel lower extension (2) from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the instrument panel lower extension (2) to the vehicle.
2. Connect the electrical connectors for the following components:
^
The lighter
^
The accessory plug
^
The storage compartment lamp
3. Align the instrument panel lower extension with the studs in the instrument panel and the floor.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
4. Install the nuts (3) that retain the top and the bottom of the lower extension.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
5. Install the bolts (4) that retain the outer edges of the instrument panel lower extension.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 6 Nm (53 lb in).
6. Install the instrument panel lower extension upper trim panel.
