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.
Removal Procedure
Front Floor Console Stowage Tray (1) - Remove - Front Floor Console Stowage Tray Replacement (Buick)
Steering Column (1) - Remove - 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)
Headlamp Switch (1) - Remove - Headlamp Switch Replacement
Instrument Cluster (2) - Remove - Instrument Cluster Replacement (Buick)
Radio (1) - Remove - Radio Replacement (Buick)
Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover (1, 2) - Remove - Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement (Buick)
Instrument Panel Compartment (2) - Remove - Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement
Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Insulator (2) - Remove - Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Insulator Replacement (Buick)
Sun Load Temperature Sensor Bezel (1) - Remove - Sun Load Temperature Sensor Bezel Replacement (Buick)
Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet - Right Side (2) - Remove - Instrument Panel Center Air Outlet Replacement - Right Side (Buick)
Human Machine Interface Control Module Bracket (2) - Remove - Human-Machine Interface Control Module Bracket Replacement
Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet - Right Side (2) - Remove - Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Right Side (Buick)
Windshield Garnish Molding (1) - Remove - Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement (Buick)
- Heater and Air Conditioning Remote Control - Remove - Heater and Air Conditioning Remote Control Replacement (C67)
Low Frequency Instrument Panel Antenna (3) - Remove - Low Frequency Instrument Panel Antenna Replacement (Buick)
Instrument Panel Airbag Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
Instrument Panel Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
- Instrument Panel Compartment Door Latch Striker Bolt (2) - Remove
Instrument Panel Bolt (1) - Remove [7x]
- Note the location and routing of the instrument panel electrical harness assembly, to ensure proper reinstallation.
- Disconnect the fasteners securing the instrument panel electrical harness assembly to the instrument panel and position out of the way.
With the aid of an assistant, lift the instrument panel (1) rearward and upward from the tie bar assembly.
- Remove the instrument panel (1) from the vehicle.
- Transfer all necessary components.
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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.