To remove the instrument panel, disconnect the negative battery cable. Lower the tilt steering column and remove the steering wheel. Remove the passenger's side airbag, audio unit, and heater/air conditioner control assembly. Remove pin-type retainers, disconnect harness connectors, and remove the hood latch bolts. Take off the
Steering Column Covers and disconnect the shift cable. Disconnect the steering column intermediate shaft U-joint and harness connectors. Disconnect the climate control vacuum harness and remove the instrument panel center brace. Disconnect the temperature control cable, press the glove box tabs, and disconnect electrical connectors. Remove the A-pillar passenger assist handle, windshield side garnish moldings, and a small cover. Unscrew the bolt, remove the instrument cluster, and remove the instrument panel bolt. Remove finish panels, instrument panel mounting bolts, center floor console, and lower trim panel. Detach the bolts securing the steering column and lower it. Lift the instrument panel and pull it away from the windshield, taking it out through the driver's door opening with an assistant. For installation, reverse the removal steps, ensuring proper wire routing and connections. Disconnect the negative battery cable before starting the removal process, and the same applies to the reinstallation steps.