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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSATURN2000SC1 L4-1.9L SOHC VIN 8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEINTERIOR MOULDING / TRIMDASHBOARD / INSTRUMENT PANELSERVICE AND REPAIRINSTRUMENT PANEL (IP) - TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - UPPER
2000 Saturn SC1 L4-1.9L SOHC VIN 8
Instrument Panel (IP) - Trim Panel Replacement - Upper
2000 Saturn SC1 L4-1.9L SOHC VIN 8SECTION Instrument Panel (IP) - Trim Panel Replacement - Upper
REMOVAL
1. Remove screws located under upper trim panel on passenger side of vehicle.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage VIN plate when removing or replacing upper trim panel.
2. Disengage clips at locations by grasping edges of upper trim panel and lifting up.
3. Disengage hook-and-loop fastener attachments at rear of upper trim panel by reaching under panel and lifting straight up.
4. Raise upper trim panel enough to clear VIN plate.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Be careful not to damage VIN plate when removing or replacing upper trim panel.
IMPORTANT: Be sure upper trim panel seal is correctly seated on forward edge before installing upper trim panel.
1. Ensure hook-and-loop fastener attachments on upper trim panel are correctly inserted.
2. Position upper trim panel on retainer assembly.
3. Align tabs on sides of upper trim panel with openings in windshield garnish molding.
4. Align clips and clip location.
5. Firmly snap in clips at clip locations.
6. Install screws on underside of upper trim panel on passenger side of vehicle.
Torque: 6 N.m (53 in-lbs)
1. Remove screws located under upper trim panel on passenger side of vehicle.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage VIN plate when removing or replacing upper trim panel.
2. Disengage clips at locations by grasping edges of upper trim panel and lifting up.
3. Disengage hook-and-loop fastener attachments at rear of upper trim panel by reaching under panel and lifting straight up.
4. Raise upper trim panel enough to clear VIN plate.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Be careful not to damage VIN plate when removing or replacing upper trim panel.
IMPORTANT: Be sure upper trim panel seal is correctly seated on forward edge before installing upper trim panel.
1. Ensure hook-and-loop fastener attachments on upper trim panel are correctly inserted.
2. Position upper trim panel on retainer assembly.
3. Align tabs on sides of upper trim panel with openings in windshield garnish molding.
4. Align clips and clip location.
5. Firmly snap in clips at clip locations.
6. Install screws on underside of upper trim panel on passenger side of vehicle.
Torque: 6 N.m (53 in-lbs)
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.