2026-08-09

IP Carrier (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 14052102 1.98 NOTA: Salvo diversa ed esplicita indicazione nella procedura, il codice modifica e il relativo FRT associato, riflettono tutto il lavoro richiesto per l'esecuzione di questa procedura, incluse le procedure collegate. Non cumulare i codici modifica a meno che non venga detto esplicitamente di farlo. NOTA: Consultare la Tempistica tariffe fisse per saperne di più sui tempi forfettari e su come essi vengono creati. NOTA: Consultare Protezione personale per assicurarsi di indossare i DPI adatti quando si esegue la procedura descritta di seguito. NOTA: Vedere per le pratiche di lavoro in sicurezza.

  • 2023-03-29: Revised procedure.
  • 2024-01-29: Re-structured the procedure.
  • 2024-07-30: Added information about how to handle the replacement between different versions of IP carrier.
Table 1. Torque Specifications: IP Carrier (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH and RH window defroster ducts to the instrument panel carrier
2.3 Nm (1.7 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T20 socket
  • 2 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the instrument panel carrier. See .
  2. Remove the front passenger air bag. See .
  3. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH and RH window defroster ducts to the instrument panel carrier, and remove the ducts.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  4. Remove the LH and RH defrost covers. See .
    Note
    4 tabs for the LH side and 5 tabs for the RH side.

Install

  1. If the new instrument panel carrier does not have tweeter holes, the tweeter connectors must be taped back to the harness before the replacement instrument panel carrier is installed.
    CAUTION
    Do NOT cut holes into the new instrument panel carrier as an attempt to retrofit the tweeters.
    CAUTION
    Failure to tape back the existing tweeter connector may result in NVH issues.
    Note
    Use black tape. The yellow tape used in the picture is for demonstration purpose only.
  2. If the new instrument panel carrier has tweeter holes while the replaced one does not, the tweeter hole must be covered before the replacement instrument panel carrier is installed.
    Note
    Cut a piece of butyl to cover the hole. Make sure the butyl does not cover the IP clips or interfere with the speaker perimeter.
  3. Install the LH and RH defrost covers. See .
    Note
    4 tabs for the LH side and 5 tabs for the RH side.
  4. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH and RH window defroster ducts to the instrument panel carrier.
    2.3 Nm (1.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  5. Install the front passenger air bag. See .
  6. Install the instrument panel carrier. See .