Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
- NOTE:
When instrument panel is being replaced with a new one cut the left and right side outer bosses on the new instrument panel in order to install mounting bolt into instrument panel outer air outlet duct. If original instrument panel is being used proceed to step 2.
Measure distance from mounting point web (3) to point (2) and scribe a line, leaving excess material (A) 3- 4mm (0.12- 0.16 in). Trim excess heat stake material boss (1) using appropriate tool.
Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Duct(1) - Install
- CAUTION:
Refer to Essential Fastener Caution .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.