BODY INTERIOR

INSTRUMENT PANEL
SECTION IP B

E
CONTENTS
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................... 2 PREPARATION ........................................... 10 F

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAG- PREPARATION ................................................. 10

NOSES ................................................................ 2 Special Service Tools ............................................10 G
Work Flow ................................................................. 2 Commercial Service Tools .....................................10
Inspection Procedure ................................................ 4
Diagnostic Worksheet ............................................... 6 ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ................................. 11
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PRECAUTION ............................................... 8 INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY ................. 11
Exploded View .........................................................11
PRECAUTIONS ................................................... 8 Removal and Installation .........................................12 I
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion after Battery Disconnect ..................................... 8 CENTER CONSOLE ASSEMBLY .................... 22
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System Exploded View .........................................................22
Removal and Installation .........................................23 IP
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ................................................................... 8 Disassembly and Assembly .....................................26
Precaution ................................................................. 8
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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Work Flow INFOID:0000000000960446

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CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Interview the customer if possible, to determine the conditions that exist when the noise occurs. Use the Diag-
nostic Worksheet during the interview to document the facts and conditions when the noise occurs and any of
customer's comments; refer to IP-6, "Diagnostic Worksheet". This information is necessary to duplicate the
conditions that exist when the noise occurs.
• The customer may not be able to provide a detailed description or the location of the noise. Attempt to obtain
all the facts and conditions that exist when the noise occurs (or does not occur).
• If there is more than one noise in the vehicle, perform a diagnosis and repair the noise that the customer is
concerned about. This can be accomplished by performing a cruise test on the vehicle with the customer.
• After identifying the type of noise, isolate the noise in terms of its characteristics. The noise characteristics
are provided so the customer, service adviser and technician are all speaking the same language when
defining the noise.
• Squeak —(Like tennis shoes on a clean floor)
Squeak characteristics include the light contact/fast movement/brought on by road conditions/hard sur-
faces=higher pitch noise/softer surfaces=lower pitch noises/edge to surface=chirping
• Creak—(Like walking on an old wooden floor)
Creak characteristics include firm contact/slow movement/twisting with a rotational movement/pitch depen-
dent on materials/often brought on by activity.
• Rattle—(Like shaking a baby rattle)
Rattle characteristics include the fast repeated contact/vibration or similar movement/loose parts/missing
clip or fastener/incorrect clearance.
• Knock —(Like a knock on a door)
Knock characteristics include hollow sounding/sometimes repeating/often brought on by driver action.
• Tick—(Like a clock second hand)
Tick characteristics include gentle contacting of light materials/loose components/can be caused by driver
action or road conditions.
• Thump—(Heavy, muffled knock noise)
Thump characteristics include softer knock/dead sound often brought on by activity.
• Buzz—(Like a bumblebee)
Buzz characteristics include high frequency rattle/firm contact.
• Often the degree of acceptable noise level will vary depending up on the person. A noise that you may judge
as acceptable may be very irritating to the customer.
• Weather conditions, especially humidity and temperature, may have a great effect on noise level.
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE

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If possible, drive the vehicle with the customer until the noise is duplicated. Note any additional information on
the Diagnostic Worksheet regarding the conditions or location of the noise. This information can be used to A
duplicate the same conditions when you confirm the repair.
If the noise can be duplicated easily during the test drive, to help identify the source of the noise, try to dupli-
cate the noise with the vehicle stopped by doing one or all of the following:
B
1) Close a door.
2) Tap or push/pull around the area where the noise appears to be coming from.
3) Rev the engine.
4) Use a floor jack to recreate vehicle “twist”. C
5) At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half-clutch on M/T models, drive position on A/T models).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer.
• Drive the vehicle and attempt to duplicate the conditions the customer states exist when the noise occurs. D
• If it is difficult to duplicate the noise, drive the vehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the
vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS E
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, check ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follow the procedure to repair the noise.
F
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSE
1. Narrow down the noise to a general area. To help pinpoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool
(Chassis Ear: J-39570, Engine Ear and mechanics stethoscope). G
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:
• removing the components in the area that you suspect the noise is coming from.
Do not use too much force when removing clips and fasteners, otherwise clips and fastener can be broken H
or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.
• tapping or pushing/pulling the component that you suspect is causing the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will be eliminated only tem-
I
porarily.
• feeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.
• placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise. IP
• looking for loose components and contact marks.
Refer to IP-4, "Inspection Procedure".
REPAIR THE CAUSE K
• If the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.
• If the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
- separate components by repositioning or loosening and retightening the component, if possible. L
- insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or urethane
tape. A Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is available through your authorized Nissan Parts Depart-
ment.
CAUTION: M
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
NOTE:
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information. N
The following materials are contained in the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980). Each item can be
ordered separately as needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc. O
76268-9E005: 100 × 135 mm (3.94 × 5.31 in)/76884-71L01: 60 × 85 mm (2.36 × 3.35 in)/76884-
71L02:15 × 25 mm (0.59 × 0.98 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks) P
Insulates components from contact. Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50 × 50 mm (1.97 × 1.97 in)/73982-
50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick, 50 × 50 mm (1.97 × 1.97 in)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 × 50 mm (1.18 × 1.97in)
FELT CLOTHTAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.

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68370-4B000: 15 × 25 mm (0.59 × 0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll
The following materials, not found in the kit, can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW (TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used in place of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit. Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the [Link] the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Inspection Procedure INFOID:0000000000960447

Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installationinformation.

INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by
applying felt cloth tape or silicon spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate
wiring harness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturatethe area with silicone, you
will not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to thecenter console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on startsand stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.
TRUNK
Trunk noises are often caused by a loose jack or loose items put intothe trunk by the owner.
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid dumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment

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3. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket A
Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulatingthe item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
B
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area can often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knockingnoise
C
2. Sunvisor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headlining and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicatingthe conditions can isolate most of these D
incidents. Repairs usually consistof insulating with felt cloth tape.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the position the seatis in and the load placed on the seat when E
the noise is present. These conditionsshould be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include: F
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket G
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspectedcomponents while duplicating the condi-
tions under which the noise [Link] of these incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
orapplying urethane tape to the contact area. H
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or onthe engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger compartment. I
Causes of transmitted underhood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall IP
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment K
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
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method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs can usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.
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Diagnostic Worksheet INFOID:0000000000960448

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PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation after Battery Disconnect
INFOID:0000000000960449

NOTE:
• Before removing and installing any control units, first turn the push-button ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion, then disconnect both battery cables.
• After finishing work, confirm that all control unit connectors are connected properly, then re-connect both
battery cables.
• Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.
If a DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnosis results.
This vehicle is equipped with a push-button ignition switch and a steering lock unit.
If the battery is disconnected or discharged, the steering wheel will lock and cannot be turned.
If turning the steering wheel is required with the battery disconnected or discharged, follow the procedure
below before starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables.
NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Carry the Intelligent Key or insert it to the key slot and turn the push-button ignition switch to ACC position.
(At this time, the steering lock will be released.)
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released with both battery cables discon-
nected and the steering wheel can be turned.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
5. When the repair work is completed, re-connect both battery cables. With the brake pedal released, turn
the push-button ignition switch from ACC position to ON position, then to LOCK position. (The steering
wheel will lock when the push-button ignition switch is turned to LOCK position.)
6. Perform self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER" INFOID:0000000000960450

The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SRS section.
• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
Precaution INFOID:0000000000960451

• Disconnect both battery cables in advance.

• Disconnect air bag system line in advance.
• Never tamper with or force air bag lid open, as this may adversely affect air bag performance.
• Be careful not to scratch pad and other parts.

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• When removing or disassembling any part, be careful not to damage or deform it. Protect parts, which may
get in the way with cloth. A
• When removing parts with a screwdriver or other tool, protect parts by wrapping them with vinyl or tape.
• Keep removed parts protected with cloth.
• If a clip is deformed or damaged, replace it.
B
• If an unreusable part is removed, replace it with a new one.
• Tighten bolts and nuts firmly to the specified torque.
• After re-assembly has been completed, make sure each part functions correctly.
• Remove stains in the following way. C
Water-soluble stains:
Dip a soft cloth in warm water, and then squeeze it tightly. After wiping the stain, wipe with a soft dry cloth.
Oil stain: D
Dissolve a synthetic detergent in warm water (density of 2 to 3% or less), dip the cloth, then clean off the stain
with the cloth. Next, dip the cloth in fresh water and squeeze it tightly. Then clean off the detergent completely.
Then wipe the area with a soft dry cloth.
• Do not use any organic solvent, such as thinner or benzine. E

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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Special Service Tools INFOID:0000000000960452

The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.

Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.) Description
Tool name

(J-39570)
Locating the noise
Chassis ear

SIIA0993E

(J-43980)
NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Repairing the cause of noise
Kit

SIIA0994E

Commercial Service Tools INFOID:0000000000960453

Tool name Description

Engine ear Locating the noise

SIIA0995E

Power tool

PIIB1407E

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ON-VEHICLE REPAIR A
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY
Exploded View INFOID:0000000000960454
B

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1. Instrument finisher A 2. Cluster lid A assembly 3. Steering column cover upper

4. Steering column cover lower 5. Steering column side cover (LH) 6. Steering column side cover (RH)
7. Steering column mask 8. Cluster lid A lower bracket 9. Steering column front lower cover
10. Meter bracket 11. Knee protector lower 12. Instrument driver lower panel
13. Cluster lid C assembly 14. AV control unit 15. Cluster lid D assembly
16. Center ventilator grille (LH) 17. Center ventilator grille (RH) 18. Glove box assembly
19. Glove box lock assembly 20. Instrument finisher B 21. Instrument lower cover
22. Instrument assist lower panel 23. Instrument side panel (LH) 24. Instrument side panel (RH)
25. Instrument side finisher (RH) 26. Instrument side finisher (LH) 27. Instrument panel & pad
28. Center speaker grille
Clip
Pawl
Metal clip

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000000960455

REMOVAL
1. Put selector lever in drive position. (A/T Models only)
2. Remove selector lever knob. (A/T Models only)
• Refer to TM-232, "2WD : Removal and Installation". (2WD models)
• Refer to TM-234, "AWD : Removal and Installation". (AWD models)
3. Remove shift lever knob. (M/T Models only) Refer to TM-18, "Removal and Installation".
4. Remove console finisher.

JMJIA0031GB

1. Console finisher (AT models) 2. Console finisher (MT models)

• Remove clips from rear of console finisher, and then remove pawl of front. Pull console finisher upward
to disengage from center console.
• Disconnect harness connectors.

: Pawl
: Metal clip

5. Remove screws (B) of center console front side with screw

driver (A).

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6. Remove rear upper console assembly. (AT Models only)
• Slide to front, pull up rear upper console assembly (1), and A
disconnect metal clips.
• Disconnect heated seat switch harness connectors. (with
heated seat) B

: Pawl
: Metal clip C

JMJIA0033GB
7. Disconnect auxiliary input jacks connector (A) and power socket D
harness connector (B). (AT Models only)

JMJIA0065ZZ
G

8. Disconnect console sub harness connectors (A). (MT Models

only) H

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9. Disconnect heated seat switch connector (A). (MT models with
heated seat only)
L

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10. Remove coin pocket fixing pawl using a remover tool (A), and
then remove coin pocket (1). (MT Models only) O

: Pawl
P

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11. Insert a deep-well socket wrench (A) to rotate adjusting nut to
loosen cable sufficiently. (MT Models only) Refer to PB-4,
"LEVER TYPE : Inspection and Adjustment".

JMJIA0035GB

12. Remove console rear finisher.

• Pull back the console rear finisher (1).
• Disconnect inside key antenna connector (A).

: Metal clip

JMJIA0037GB

13. Remove console mask.

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(A) Console mask (with rear ventilator grille) (B) Console mask (without rear ventilator grille)

• Open the console lid.

• Pull up console mask (1) by using a remover tool (C), and disengage pawls.

: Pawl

14. Remove screws (C) of center console rear side, and then remove center console assembly (1).

JMJIA0039GB

(A) Console mounting screws (B) Console mounting screws

(with rear ventilator grille) (without rear ventilator grille)

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15. Remove cluster lid C.
• Remove cluster lid C mounting screws (A). A
• Pull back cluster lid C (1).
• Disconnect harness connectors.
B

JMJIA0043GB

D
16. Remove cluster lid D.
• Remove cluster lid D mounting screw (A).
• Pull back cluster lid D (1).
E
• Disconnect harness connectors.

: Pawl
F

G
JMJIA0044GB

17. Remove display unit. Refer to AV-531, "Removal and Installation". H

18. Disconnect center speaker harness connector (A). (with center
speaker)
19. Remove screw (B). I

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20. Disconnect inside key antenna connector (A) and clip (B) L
located under audio unit.

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21. Remove AV control unit. Refer to AV-111, "Removal and Installation".
22. Remove front body side welt LH. Refer to INT-13, "Removal and Installation".
P
23. Remove front pillar garnish LH. Refer to INT-13, "Removal and Installation".

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24. Disconnect antenna harness connectors (A) and then remove
harness clips.

: Clip

JMJIA0102GB

25. Remove instrument side finisher LH.

• Insert a remover tool into lower space.
• Pull the instrument side finisher LH (1) crosswise.

: Clip
: Pawl

JMJIA0040GB

26. Remove instrument driver lower panel.

• Remove hood opener mounting bolts (A). Refer to DLK-193,
"HOOD LOCK CONTROL : Removal and Installation".
• Remove data link connector mounting screws (B).
• Pull back instrument driver lower panel (1).
• Disconnect harness connectors.

: Pawl
: Metal clip

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27. Remove instrument finisher A.

Pull instrument finisher A (1) upward, and then disengage pawls.

: Clip

JMJIA0053GB

28. Remove instrument side panel LH.

• Remove instrument side panel mounting screw (A).
• Pull the instrument side panel LH (1) crosswise.

: Clip
: Pawl

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29. Remove steering wheel. Refer to ST-15, "Removal and Installation". A

30. Remove steering column covers.
CAUTION:
When removing the column covers, to facilitate the work operation remove first the steering
wheel. B

E
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(A) Column cover (with electric column) (B) Column cover (with manual column) F
• Remove steering column front lower cover (1).
• Remove cluster lid A lower bracket (2).
G

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(A) Column cover (with PADDLE SHIFTER) (B) Column cover (without PADDLE SHIFTER)

• Remove steering column mask (3) and screws. K

• Pull up steering column cover upper (4).
• Remove steering column side cover RH (5). (with PADDLE SHIFTER)
• Pull the steering column side cover LH (6) to the left side. (with PADDLE SHIFTER) L
• Disconnect ADP steering switch connector. (with ADP)
• Remove steering column side cover LH (6).
• Remove screws, and then remove steering column lower cover (7).
M
: Pawl

N
31. Remove spiral cable and steering angle sensor. Refer to SR-7, "Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
Perform 4WAS front actuator adjustment. Refer to STC-27, "4WAS FRONT ACTUATOR NEUTRAL
POSITION ADJUSTMENT : Description". O
32. Remove combination switch. Refer to BCS-80, "Removal and Installation".
33. Remove paddle switch LH/RH. (with PADDLE SHIFTER) Refer to TM-238, "Removal and Installation".
34. Remove cluster lid A. P

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• Remove knee protector mounting bolts (A) with power tool,
and then remove knee protector (1).

JMJIA0064GB

• Disengage harness cover mounting pawl (B) by using tool (A)

located under the column shaft.
• Pull down harness cover (1).
(with Harness cover)

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• Remove cluster lid A (combination meter) mounting bolts (A).

JMJIA0050GB

• Disconnect push button ignition switch harness connector (A).

JMJIA0051GB

• Pull back cluster lid A, and disconnect combination meter connectors.

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35. Remove meter bracket mounting bolts (A), and then remove
meter bracket (1). A

JMJIA0052GB

D
36. Remove defroster grille LH. Refer to VTL-46, "FRONT DEFROSTER NOZZLE, SIDE DEFROSTER NOZ-
ZLES AND VENTILATOR DUCT : Removal and Installation".
• Pull upward, disengage pawls.
E
• Disconnect harness connector.
37. Remove defroster grille RH. Refer to VTL-46, "FRONT DEFROSTER NOZZLE, SIDE DEFROSTER NOZ-
ZLES AND VENTILATOR DUCT : Removal and Installation".
• Pull upward, disengaged pawls. F
• Disconnect harness connector.
38. Remove front body side welt RH. Refer to INT-13, "Removal and Installation".
39. Remove front pillar garnish RH. Refer to INT-13, "Removal and Installation". G
40. Remove instrument side finisher RH.
• Insert a remover tool into lower space.
• Pull the instrument side finisher RH (1) crosswise. H

: Clip
I
: Pawl

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41. Remove instrument passenger lower cover. K

• Pull downward, disengaged pawls.
• Pull back instrument passenger lower cover (1).
L
: Pawl

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42. Remove glove box assembly.

• Open the glove box. O

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• Pull up glove box assembly (1).

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• Remove damper pin (2) of left side.

JMJIA0057GB

43. Remove instrument lower assist panel.

• Remove instrument lower assist panel mounting screws (A)
with power tool.
• Pull back instrument lower assist panel (1).
• Disconnect harness connector.

JMJIA0058GB

44. Remove instrument finisher B.

Pull instrument finisher B (1) upward then disengage pawls.

: Clip
: Pawl

JMJIA0059GB

45. Remove instrument side panel RH.

• Remove instrument side panel mounting screw (A).
• Pull the instrument side panel RH (1) crosswise.

: Clip
: Pawl

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46. Disconnect passenger air bag module connector. Refer to SR-10, "Removal and Installation". A
47. Remove passenger air bag module fixing bolt. Refer to SR-10, "Removal and Installation".
48. Remove instrument panel & pad.
• Remove defroster nozzle mounting clips (A). B
• Remove screws (B) and bolts (C) with power tool, and then remove instrument panel & pad (1).

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CAUTION:
When removing instrument panel, 2 workers are required so as to prevent it from dropping. H
49. Remove the following parts after removing instrument panel & pad.
• Antenna feeder
• Center speaker grille I
• Center speaker Refer to AV-536, "Removal and Installation".
• Front passenger air bag module Refer to SR-10, "Removal and Installation".
• Side ventilator grille LH/RH Refer to VTL-45, "SIDE VENTILATOR GRILLES : Removal and Installation".
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• Inside key antenna Refer to DLK-219, "INSTRUMENT CENTER : Removal and Installation".
• Combination meter Refer to MWI-156, "Removal and Installation".
INSTALLATION K
Install in the reverse order of removal.

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CENTER CONSOLE (AT MODELS)

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1. Console finisher assembly 2. Rear upper console assembly 3. Switch panel

4. Switch hole mask 5. Center console assembly 6. Console pocket
7. Console rear bracket 8. Console rear finisher 9. Console ashtray bracket
10. Console ashtray 11. Ashtray (front) 12. Cigarette lighter
13. Cup holder assembly 14. Console lid 15. Rear ventilator grille
16. Auxiliary input jacks 17. Cigarette lighter case 18. Socket knob
19. Console front bracket 20. Console mask
Clip
Pawl
Metal clip

CENTER CONSOLE (MT MODELS)

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1. Console finisher assembly 2. Center console assembly 3. Coin pocket

4. Console mask 5. Cigarette lighter case 6. Socket knob I
7. Console rear bracket 8. Console rear finisher 9. Console ashtray bracket
10. Console ashtray 11. Cup holder assembly 12. Auxiliary input jacks
13. Switch hole mask 14. Console sub harness 15. Cigarette lighter IP
16. Ashtray (front) 17. Console lid 18. Console mask
19. Rear ventilator grille
Clip K

Pawl
Metal clip L

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REMOVAL
1. Put selector lever in drive position. (A/T Models only)
2. Remove selector lever knob. (A/T Models only) N
• Refer to TM-232, "2WD : Removal and Installation". (2WD models)
• Refer to TM-234, "AWD : Removal and Installation". (AWD models)
3. Remove shift lever knob. (M/T Models only) Refer to TM-18, "Removal and Installation". O
4. Remove console finisher.

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1. Console finisher (AT models) 2. Console finisher (MT models)

• Remove clips from rear of console finisher, and then remove pawl of front. Pull console finisher upward
to disengage from center console.
• Disconnect harness connectors.

: Pawl
: Metal clip

5. Remove screws (B) of center console front side with screw

driver (A).

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6. Remove rear upper console assembly. (AT Models only)

• Slide to front, pull up rear upper console assembly (1), and
disconnect metal clips.
• Disconnect heated seat switch harness connectors. (with
heated seat)

: Pawl
: Metal clip

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7. Disconnect auxiliary input jacks connector (A) and power socket
harness connector (B). (AT Models only)

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8. Disconnect console sub harness connectors (A). (MT Models
only) A

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9. Disconnect heated seat switch connector (A). (MT models with
heated seat only)
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10. Remove coin pocket fixing pawl using a remover tool (A), and
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then remove coin pocket (1). (MT Models only)

: Pawl
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11. Insert a deep-well socket wrench (A) to rotate adjusting nut to
loosen cable sufficiently. (MT Models only) Refer to PB-4,
"LEVER TYPE : Inspection and Adjustment". L

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12. Remove console rear finisher. O

• Pull back the console rear finisher (1).
• Disconnect inside key antenna connector (A).
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: Metal clip

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13. Remove console mask.

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(A) Console mask (with rear ventilator grille) (B) Console mask (without rear ventilator grille)

• Open the console lid.

• Pull up console mask (1) by using a remover tool (C), and disengage pawls.

: Pawl

14. Remove screws (C) of center console rear side, and then remove center console assembly (1).

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(A) Console mounting screws (B) Console mounting screws

(with rear ventilator grille) (without rear ventilator grille)

INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF CENTER CONSOLE (AT MODELS)

Disassembly
1. Remove screws of console finisher assembly back side, and remove ashtray (front portion).
2. Remove rear upper console assembly. Refer to IP-12.
3. Remove screws and remove cup holder assembly.
4. Remove screws and remove console front bracket.
5. Remove console mask. Refer to IP-12.
6. Remove console lid mounting screws and remove console lid.
7. Remove metal clips and remove console rear finisher. Refer to IP-12.
8. Remove console ashtray.
9. Remove screw and remove console ashtray bracket.
10. Remove console pocket from center console assembly.
11. Remove auxiliary input jacks and socket knob, cigarette lighter case.
Assembly

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Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF CENTER CONSOLE (MT MODELS)
Disassembly
1. Remove screws of console finisher assembly back side, and remove ashtray (front portion). B
2. Remove coin pocket. Refer to IP-12.
3. Remove console mask. Refer to IP-12.
4. Remove console lid mounting screws and remove console lid. C
5. Remove metal clips and remove console rear finisher. Refer to IP-12.
6. Remove console ashtray.
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7. Remove screw and remove console ashtray bracket.
8. Remove screws and remove cup holder assembly.
9. Remove auxiliary input jacks and socket knob, cigarette lighter case. E
10. Remove console sub harness.
Assembly
Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly. F

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