Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Install the DIC switch to the I/P cluster bezel.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the DIC switch retaining screws.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the DIC switch retaining screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

    Fig 1: Installing Driver Information Center Switch
    G01453878Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the I/P dimmer switch or I/P dimmer/HUD switch to the bezel.
  4. Install the I/P dimmer switch or I/P dimmer/HUD switch retaining screws.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the I/P dimmer switch or I/P dimmer/HUD switch retaining screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

    Fig 2: Installing Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch
    G01453879Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the bezel to the IPC.

    Align the bezel onto the guide pins.

    Fig 3: Installing Bezel To Instrument Panel Cluster
    G01453880Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the I/P cluster bezel retaining screws.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the I/P cluster bezel retaining screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

  7. Connect the I/P dimmer switch or I/P dimmer/HUD switch electrical connector.
    Fig 4: Connecting Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch Electrical Connector
    G01453881Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the DIC switch electrical connector.
  9. Install the IPC to the vehicle. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) REPLACEMENT .
    Fig 5: Connecting Driver Information Center Switch Electrical Connector
    G01453882Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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