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== Dashboard Removal Procedure ==

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Remove the stereo and heater control assembly:

* Pull out the ashtray.
* Remove the 4 stereo/climate control trim screws:
* 2 screws behind the ashtray.
* 2 black screws on top (use 10mm socket if tight).

* Pull the trim out, disconnect cigarette lighter and ashtray lights, and remove the trim.
* Remove the 4 stereo/climate control mounting screws (10mm).
* Pull the stereo and climate control assembly out in one piece, disconnect connectors, and remove.
* Locate and remove the 4 screws holding the dash to the mounting plates.

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Remove the driver-side lower dash cover:

* Remove 3 screws holding it in place.
* Pull the trim down and disconnect the foot light.
* Unplug driver's side dash harness and remove retaining screw.
* If digital dash: remove nut/bolt holding power supply, unplug, and remove the supply.

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Remove the steering wheel column covers:

* Remove 4 Phillips head screws:
* 2 outer screws hold the halves together.
* 2 inner screws hold the cover to the combo switch.

* Remove the key light connector and free the cover.
* Be careful not to crack the cover when removing over the cruise control switch (GL models).

* Remove 4 Phillips head screws:
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Remove the steering wheel:

* Pry off the horn cover:
* GL: start at the top and pull.
* GLL: pry from the bottom.

* Remove the 19mm nut holding the wheel.
* Use a puller or loosen nut 3 turns and rock wheel to free it.

* Pry off the horn cover:
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Disconnect harnesses and remove column switches:

Loosen the single Phillips screw, disconnect connectors, and remove switches off the shaft.

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Remove passenger-side lower dash cover:

* Remove 2 screws at the bottom of the panel.
* Pull trim down and disconnect foot light.
* Remove plastic clip and screw to access passenger kick panel and harness connectors.
* Disconnect harness connectors and remove the lower dash bolt (10mm).

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Remove upper dash windshield vents:

* Use small screwdriver to push metal tabs and pry vent up carefully.
* Remove 4 screws across the top of the dash (10mm socket).
* Be careful not to hit the windshield.

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Remove the dash:

Carefully pull the dash out and away from the steering column, ensuring all connectors are unplugged.

* For 84–86 analog dashes: disconnect the speedometer cable first to avoid breaking the clip.

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