Instrument Panel Duct - Removal

REMOVAL

WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to take the proper precautions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.





1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the instrument panel assembly from the vehicle and place it on a workbench Instrument Panel - Removal.
3. Remove the screws (1) that secure the left and right side instrument panel ducts (2 and 4) and the center distribution duct (3) to the instrument panel (5).
4. Remove the left and right side instrument panel ducts and the center distribution duct from the instrument panel.