For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement
2. Release the tab (1) retaining the data link communication (DLC) connector to the knee bolster.
3. Remove the DLC connector from the knee bolster.
4. Remove the fasteners retaining the knee bolster to the instrument panel (I/P) structure.
5. Release the intrigal knee bolster hangars (1) from the I/P structure.
6. Remove the knee bolster from the vehicle.

### Installation Procedure

1. Position the knee bolster to the vehicle.
2. Hang the knee bolster (1) on the I/P structure.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

3. Install the fasteners retaining the knee bolster to the I/P structure. Tighten the fasteners to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
4. Install the DLC connector to the knee bolster, ensuring the tab (1) is properly seated.
5. Install the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement.