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
With the aid of an assistant, install the instrument panel (1) to the instrument panel tie bar and the locator pins.
- Reposition the instrument panel wiring harness into the vehicle position as was noted in the removal and connect the fasteners securing the instrument panel wiring harness to the instrument panel (1).
- CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
Instrument Panel Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [7x] 2.5 N.m (22 lb in)
Instrument Panel Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] 2.5 N.m (22 lb in)
- Instrument Panel Compartment Door Latch Striker Bolt (2) - Install and tighten 9 N.m (80 lb in)
Instrument Panel Airbag Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] 9 N.m (80 lb in)
- Connect the electrical connector.
Low Frequency Instrument Panel Antenna (3) - Install - Low Frequency Instrument Panel Antenna Replacement (Buick)
- Heater and Air Conditioning Remote Control - Install - Heater and Air Conditioning Remote Control Replacement (C67)
Windshield Garnish Molding (1) - Install - Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement (Buick)
Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet - Right Side (2) - Install - Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Right Side (Buick)
Human Machine Interface Control Module Bracket (2) - Install - Human-Machine Interface Control Module Bracket Replacement
Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet - Right Side (2) - Install - Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement - Right Side (Buick)
Sun Load Temperature Sensor Bezel (1) - Install - Sun Load Temperature Sensor Bezel Replacement (Buick)
Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Insulator (2) - Install - Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Insulator Replacement (Buick)
Instrument Panel Compartment (2) - Install - Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement
Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover (1, 2) - Install - Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement (Buick)
Radio (1) - Install - Radio Replacement (Buick)
Instrument Cluster (2) - Install - Instrument Cluster Replacement (Buick)
Headlamp Switch (1) - Install - Headlamp Switch Replacement
Steering Column (1) - Install - Steering Column Replacement (Buick, Mexico, NJ1, With BTM, With N06) , or Steering Column Replacement (Buick, Canada/United States, NJ1, With BTM, Without N06) , or Steering Column Replacement (Mexico, N40)
Front Floor Console Stowage Tray (1) - Install - Front Floor Console Stowage Tray Replacement (Buick)
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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.