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Instrument Panel Trim and Console Trim Chevrolet Express G2500

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Fastener Tightening Specifications

ApplicationSpecification
MetricEnglish
Compartment Latch Screws3 N.m27 lb in
Drivers Knee Bolster Bracket Nuts10 N.m89 lb in
Drivers Knee Bolster Panel Screws3 N.m27 lb in
Instrument Panel Carrier Bolts50 N.m37 lb ft
Instrument Panel Extension Screws3 N.m27 lb in
Instrument Panel Lower Extension Bolts6.5 N.m57 lb in
Instrument Panel Lower Extension Tray Screws3 N.m27 lb in
Instrument Panel Trim Pad Screws3 N.m27 lb in
Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Screws3 N.m27 lb in
Passenger Knee Bolster Bracket Nuts10 N.m89 lb in
Passenger Knee Bolster Panel Screws3 N.m27 lb in

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Scheme 21

Scheme 21: Instrument Panel Extension Replacement
Scheme 21: Instrument Panel Extension Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the instrument panel upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement . Remove the left instrument panel defroster duct screws from the extension panel.
1Instrument Panel Extension Panel Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 3 N.m (27 lb in)
2Instrument Panel Extension Trim Panel Assembly
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Instrument Panel Extension Replacement

Scheme 22

Scheme 22: Passenger Knee Bolster Replacement
Scheme 22: Passenger Knee Bolster Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Passenger Knee Bolster Panel Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2Passenger Knee Bolster Panel Assembly Procedure Grasp knee bolster assembly and pull away from the instrument panel assembly.
3Retainer Clip (Qty: 4)
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Passenger Knee Bolster Replacement

Scheme 23

Scheme 23: Passenger Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement
Scheme 23: Passenger Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the passenger knee bolster. Refer to Passenger Knee Bolster Replacement .
1Passenger Knee Bolster Bracket Nut (Qty: 4) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 10 N.m (89 lb in)
2Passenger Knee Bolster Bracket Assembly
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Passenger Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement

Scheme 24

Scheme 24: Driver Knee Bolster Replacement
Scheme 24: Driver Knee Bolster Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Driver Knee Bolster Panel Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 3 N.m (27 lb in)
2Driver Knee Bolster Panel Assembly Procedure Grasp the knee bolster and pull away from the instrument panel assembly.
3Retainer Clip (Qty: 6)
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Driver Knee Bolster Replacement

Scheme 25

Scheme 25: Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement
Scheme 25: Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the driver side knee bolster. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Replacement .
1Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Nut (Qty: 4) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 10 N.m (89 lb in)
2Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Assembly TIP: Remove the knee bolster deflector and the knee bolster brackets as an assembly.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement

Scheme 26

Scheme 26: Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement
Scheme 26: Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove both drivers and passenger knee bolsters. Refer to Passenger Knee Bolster Replacement , and Driver Knee Bolster Replacement . Remove the drivers knee bolster bracket. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement . Remove the steering column nuts securing the steering column to the instrument panel carrier and lower the entire column to the floor and position out of the way. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
1Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Assembly Procedure Disconnect the electrical connections. When replacing the cluster trim panel, transfer all necessary components.
2Retainer Clips (Qty: 17)

Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement

Scheme 27

Scheme 27: Instrument Panel Lower Extension Replacement
Scheme 27: Instrument Panel Lower Extension Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure If Equipped, open the instrument panel lower extension compartment door past the stops in order to access the instrument panel lower extension bolts.
1Instrument Panel Lower Extension Bolt (Qty: 4) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 6.5 N.m (57 lb in)
2Instrument Panel Lower Extension Assembly Procedure When replacing the instrument panel lower extension assembly, transfer all necessary components.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Instrument Panel Lower Extension Replacement

Scheme 28

Scheme 28: Instrument Panel Lower Extension Tray Replacement
Scheme 28: Instrument Panel Lower Extension Tray Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Instrument Panel Lower Extension. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Extension Replacement
2Instrument Panel Lower Extension Tray Screws (Qty: 8) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 3 N.m (27 lb in)
3Instrument Panel Lower Extension Tray Procedure When replacing the instrument panel lower extension tray, transfer all necessary components.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Instrument Panel Lower Extension Tray Replacement

Scheme 29

Scheme 29: Instrument Panel Compartment Door Latch Replacement
Scheme 29: Instrument Panel Compartment Door Latch Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Instrument Panel Lower Extension Panel Compartment Latch Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 3 N.m (27 lb in)
2Instrument Panel Lower Extension Panel Compartment Latch Assembly
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Instrument Panel Compartment Door Latch Replacement

Scheme 30

Scheme 30: Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement
Scheme 30: Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the drivers knee bolsters bracket. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement . Remove the cluster trim plate assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement . Remove the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .
1Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Screw (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 3 N.m (27 lb in)
2Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Assembly Procedure Disconnect the electrical connections. When replacing the upper trim pad , transfer all necessary components.
3Retainer Clip (Qty: 4)
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement

Scheme 31

Scheme 31: Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement
Scheme 31: Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the instrument panel upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement .
1Instrument Panel Trim Pad Screw (Qty: 7) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 3 N.m (27 lb in)
2Instrument Panel Trim Pad Assembly Procedure When replacing the trim pad assembly, transfer all necessary components.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement

Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable(s). Refer to «Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-and-starting-system) .
  2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system__sir-disabling-and-enabling) .
  3. Remove the drivers knee bolster. Refer to «Driver Knee Bolster Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#instrument-panel-trim-and-console-trim) .
  4. Remove the drivers knee bolster bracket. Refer to «Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#instrument-panel-trim-and-console-trim) .
  5. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) cluster trim plate bezel. Refer to «Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#instrument-panel-trim-and-console-trim) .
  6. Remove the instrument cluster assembly. Refer to «Instrument Cluster Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-system-displays-and-gauges) .
  7. Remove the steering column. Refer to «Steering Column Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/steering-column-switches/#steering-wheel-and-steering-column) .
  8. Remove the left hinge pillar trim panel. Refer to «Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-and-interior-paneling) .
  9. Remove the right hinge pillar trim panel. Refer to «Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-and-interior-paneling) .
  10. Remove the passenger knee bolster. Refer to «Passenger Knee Bolster Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#instrument-panel-trim-and-console-trim) .
  11. Remove the passenger knee bolster bracket. Refer to «Passenger Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#instrument-panel-trim-and-console-trim) .
  12. Remove the body control module (BCM). Refer to «Body Control Module Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/communication-devices/#data-communication-system) .
  13. Remove the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to «Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#instrument-panel-trim-and-console-trim) .
  14. Remove the instrument panel SIR module. Refer to «Airbag Instrument Panel Module Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
  15. Remove the engine cover. Refer to «Engine Cover Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-and-interior-paneling) .
  16. Remove the radio. Refer to «Radio Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/entertainment-systems/#cellular-system-entertainment-system-and-navigation-system) .
  17. Remove the heater and the A/C control. Refer to «Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/manual-hvac-system/#hvac-system-manual) .
  18. Remove the bolts that retain the I/P carrier to the vehicle.
  19. Rotate the I/P carrier out and downward in order to gain access to the HVAC ducts and the electrical harness.
  20. Remove the bolts that retain the air ducts to the I/P carrier.
  21. Remove the HVAC air distribution duct from the I/P carrier. Refer to «Air Distributor Duct Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/manual-hvac-system/#heating-ventilation-and-air-conditioning) .
  22. Note the location and positioning of the Instrument Panel Wiring harness.
  23. Remove the wiring harness from the I/P carrier.
  24. Remove the I/P carrier from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

  1. Position the I/P carrier to the vehicle.
  2. Install the wiring harness to the I/P carrier as noted in the removal procedure.
  3. Install the HVAC air distribution duct to the I/P carrier. Refer to «Air Distributor Duct Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/manual-hvac-system/#heating-ventilation-and-air-conditioning) .
  4. Carefully rotate the I/P carrier up and install the additional components.
  5. Install the bolts that retain the I/P carrier to the vehicle and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
  6. Install the heater and the A/C control. Refer to «Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/manual-hvac-system/#hvac-system-manual) .
  7. Install the radio. Refer to «Radio Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/entertainment-systems/#cellular-system-entertainment-system-and-navigation-system) .
  8. Install the engine cover. Refer to «Engine Cover Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-and-interior-paneling) .
  9. Install the instrument panel SIR module. Refer to «Airbag Instrument Panel Module Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
  10. Install the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to «Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#instrument-panel-trim-and-console-trim) .
  11. Install the BCM. Refer to «Body Control Module Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/communication-devices/#data-communication-system) .
  12. Install the passenger knee bolster bracket. Refer to «Passenger Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#instrument-panel-trim-and-console-trim) .
  13. Install the passenger knee bolster. Refer to «Passenger Knee Bolster Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#instrument-panel-trim-and-console-trim) .
  14. Install the right hinge pillar trim panel. Refer to «Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-and-interior-paneling) .
  15. Install the left hinge pillar trim panel. Refer to «Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-and-interior-paneling) .
  16. Install the steering column. Refer to «Steering Column Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/steering-column-switches/#steering-wheel-and-steering-column) .
  17. Install the instrument cluster assembly. Refer to «Instrument Cluster Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-system-displays-and-gauges) .
  18. Install the I/P cluster trim plate bezel. Refer to «Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#instrument-panel-trim-and-console-trim) .
  19. Install the drivers knee bolster bracket. Refer to «Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#instrument-panel-trim-and-console-trim) .
  20. Install the drivers knee bolster. Refer to «Driver Knee Bolster Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#instrument-panel-trim-and-console-trim) .
  21. Enable the SIR system. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system__sir-disabling-and-enabling) .
  22. Connect the battery negative cable(s). Refer to «Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-and-starting-system) .
  23. Refer to «Control Module References»(/chevrolet/express-g2500/2013-2013/remont/communication-devices/#programming-and-setup-all-systems__control-module-references) for programing and set up of the modules and instrument cluster that were removed.

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