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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 55 (SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEMS)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONKNEE BOLSTER TRIM PANELREMOVAL
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic
Knee Bolster Trim Panel: Removal
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal
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- Remove the instrument panel cluster lower filler panel. See INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER LOWER FILLER PANEL . Remove the instrument panel cluster trim plate. See INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER BEZEL TRIM PLATE .
- Remove the instrument panel lower extension trim plate. See INSTRUMENT PANEL EXTENSION TRIM PLATE . Remove the bolts at the lower edge of the instrument panel driver knee bolster panel. Pull on the instrument panel driver knee bolster panel in order to disengage the retainers.
- Remove the instrument panel driver knee bolster panel from the vehicle. See Figure . Inspect the instrument panel driver knee bolster panel for broken or missing retainers. Replace the retainers as needed.
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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.