GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2002 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.

    2. Object Number: 756856 Size: SH
  2. Remove the I/P compartment screws from the underside of the I/P compartment door.

    3. Object Number: 756857 Size: SH
  3. Open the I/P compartment door and remove the remaining I/P compartment screws inside the pocket.

    4. Object Number: 756855 Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the electrical connection from the I/P compartment lamp switch.
  5. Remove the I/P compartment from the I/P carrier.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 756855 Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connection to the I/P compartment lamp switch.
  2. Install the I/P compartment to the I/P carrier.

    3. Object Number: 756856 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the I/P compartment screws to the underside of the I/P compartment door.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 2.3 N·m (20 lb in).


    Object Number: 756857 Size: SH
  4. Open the I/P compartment door and install the remaining I/P compartment screws inside the pocket.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 2.3 N·m (20 lb in).

  5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.