Left Insulator Panel: Installation

2002 Chevrolet S10 Pickup 2D Pickup, 2.2 5, StandardSECTION Installation
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  1. Install the remote control door lock receiver module to the instrument panel sound insulator. Connect the electrical connector to the remote door lock receiver module. Install the screw that retains the instrument panel sound insulator to the cowl panel. Tighten the screw to 17 INCH lbs. (1.9 N.m).
  2. Install the screws that retain the instrument panel sound insulator to the knee bolster. See Fig 1. Tighten the screws to 17 INCH lbs. (1.9 N.m). Feed the DLC through the hole in the instrument panel sound insulator. Install the screws that retain the DLC to the instrument panel sound insulator. Tighten the screws to 21 INCH lbs. (2.4 N.m).
Fig 1: Removing & Installing Left Insulator Panel
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