Tools and Materials Needed
- Phillips Head Screwdriver
- Flathead Screwdriver
- Set of Sockets
- 10mm Socket
- Extension
- Ratchet
- Pry Tool
- Trim Removal Tool
- New Dashboard
Removal & Installation
1. Disconnect Battery: Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
2. Remove Glove Box: Remove the screws holding the glove box. Take out the glove box and disconnect any electrical connectors.
3. Remove Center Console: Remove the center console by taking out the screws and gently prying it up. Disconnect any electrical connectors.
4. Remove Air Vents: Pry out the air vents using the pry tool.
5. Remove Speakers: Remove the screws holding the speakers in place and disconnect the wiring.
6. Remove Steering Column Trim: Remove the trim pieces around the steering column.
7. Remove Dashboard Bolts: Locate all the bolts holding the dashboard in place. Use a socket wrench to loosen and remove these bolts.
8. Disconnect Wiring: Disconnect all electrical wiring harnesses and vacuum lines attached to the dashboard.
9. Gently pry the dashboard away from the windshield and lift it upward to remove it from the vehicle.
10. Place the new dashboard in place, ensuring that all the mounting points align properly.
11. Secure the dashboard with the removed bolts.
12. Reattach all electrical wiring harnesses and vacuum lines.
13. Reinstall the speakers, air vents, center console, and glove box.
14. Reconnect the battery terminal.
Test all dashboard components to make sure they are functioning properly before putting everything back together.
