For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the close out panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side.
2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) outer trim cover. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement.
3. Remove the I/P compartment assembly (2) lower retaining screws (1).
4. Open the I/P compartment assembly (2) door.
5. Using a suitable tool pry the screw covers (1) from the I/P compartment (2).
6. Remove the I/P compartment (2) upper retaining screws (1).
7. Remove the I/P compartment (2).
8. If fitted, disconnect the I/P compartment electrical connector (1) from the main wiring harness.

### Disassemble Procedure

1. Remove the I/P compartment damper cord by detaching the cord from the securing hook (4).
2. Remove the I/P compartment damper retaining screws (3).
3. Remove the I/P compartment damper (2) from the I/P compartment (1).
4. Remove the I/P compartment door hinge retaining pins (2), located on either side of the I/P compartment door.
5. Remove the I/P compartment door (1) from the I/P compartment.

### Assemble Procedure

1. Align the I/P compartment door (1) to the I/P compartment.
2. Install the I/P compartment door retaining pins (2).
3. Install the I/P compartment damper (2) to the I/P compartment (1).
4. Install the I/P compartment damper retaining screws (3).

Tighten
Tighten the screws (3) to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

5. Install the I/P compartment damper cord by attaching the securing hook (4).

### Installation Procedure

1. If fitted, connect the I/P compartment electrical connecter (1) to the main wiring harness.
2. Align the I/P compartment into the I/P upper pad.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

3. Install the I/P compartment (2) upper retaining screws (1).

Tighten
Tighten the screws (1) to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

4. Install the screw covers (1) to the instrument panel compartment (2).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

5. Install the I/P compartment (2) lower retaining screws (1).

Tighten
Tighten the screws (1) to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

6. Install the instrument panel outer trim cover. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement.
7. Install the close out panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side.
8. Test all electrical components for corrected operation.