The plate where the dials and knobs are located for use by the driver.
electrical device consisting of an insulated panel containing switches and dials and meters for controlling other electrical devices; "he checked the instrument panel"; "suddenly the board lit up like a Christmas tree"
an assembly that consists of a structure, substrate, and the optional assembly of the glove box, AC ducts, demisters (with associated ducts) and registers
One housing the instruments, switches and minor controls and placed in front of the driver, below windscreen level.
The portion of the interior extending from door to door directly in front of the driver, and containing primary gauges and controls for operating the vehicle.
The instrument panel contains the gauges in front of the driver; the controls for the sound system and climate-control system; the glove box; vents for the windshield defroster; and the front passenger-side airbag. The instrument panel is often delivered to the factory as a complete module with electronic components already installed.
