Editing S130/auto2manualCC php (section)

=== 2.4. Dash Removal ===

* After removing the steering wheel, remove the steering column shell cover (8 screws from below). Separate the two halves.
* Remove the combination switch (turn signals/lights & wipers/washer) by loosening the screw on the lower right rear and sliding it off the shaft. Note: Align the square pin and hole when reinstalling.
* Remove radio panel lower covers (under dash left & right). Disconnect wires from entrance lights and vacuum hoses from the vacuum control knob (MCC cars only).
* Remove instrument panel bracket covers on both sides of the radio panel to reveal bolts.
* Remove radio and panel, disconnecting antenna lead and wiring.
* Remove the instrument center ventilator (surrounds heater/AC control panel and center vents).
* Remove two heater control unit securing screws from the support beam.
* Disconnect the speedometer cable at the intermediate connector.
* Remove dashboard upper plugs (base of windshield) to access 4 screws, then remove them.
* Remove four lower securing bolts for the dash assembly.
* Disconnect instrument panel wiring connectors, labeling as needed.
* Pull the dashboard out horizontally while lifting the heater control slightly to clear it. Tip: Two people make this step easier.

With the dash removed, the heater unit, AC evaporator, and blower are now visible.

![Dash removed showing heater, AC, and blower](images/Auto2manualclimate/Dashout1.jpg)

Figure 2-1 — Dash area after removal