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
- Connect the electrical connectors to the instrument panel module (IPM) (1).
- Install the IPM (1) to the instrument panel (IP) retainer by inserting the top tab of the module into the slot on the IP retainer and rotating down.CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
- Install the fastener.
Tighten
Tighten the fastener to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
- Install the left sound insulator. Refer to CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT -- LEFT .
- Reprogram the IPM. Refer to Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration (DIM) or Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration (IPM) or Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration (RIM) .
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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.
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