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	== XenonZcar.com - Z31 Dashboard Removal ==		== XenonZcar.com - Z31 Dashboard Removal ==

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== XenonZcar.com - Z31 Dashboard Removal ==

When I had to replace my heater core as it was leaking, I learned that I would need to remove the dashboard. I thought to my self this will take forever but it was not that hard to do and only took about one hour. Below is the steps I took to pull the dash.

''WARNING'' - Do this modification at your own risk. We Are not responsable for any issues of your own doing.

=== Tools Needed ===

* Regular 10mm socket
* 19mm socket
* Socket driver or Ratchet
* 3" extension
* #2 Phillips screwdriver
* #3 Phillips screwdriver
* 2 Small flathead screwdrivers (One with a slight Bend is best so break out the old one and bend it up)
* Steering wheel puller

== 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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