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SR240SXT · 03-29-2003, 09:50 AM

Hey guys, i need to get my dash off. But dont want to hurt it trying too hard. It seems i have unbolted all the screws, but it still wont come off.

I was wondering whats going on next to the windshield... like under that long thin vent. Is there something under there that will get it lose?

Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

Naro182 · 03-29-2003, 10:07 AM

not too sure but i think you have to drop the steering column a little to get it off. have you done that?

hooter · 03-29-2003, 10:31 AM

Yep. Drop steering column. Two bolts underneath holding it in. You might have to remove the plastic steering column covers. I can't remember. As for the vents, you need to carefully pry them off with a screwdriver (the plastic is old and VERY brittle). They are held in place with little plastic tabs. Underneath, you will find 4 or so bolts holding the top of the dash in place.

-Charlie

SR240SXT · 03-29-2003, 12:04 PM

Thanks for the replies, ill go try that now.

Thx

mbmbmb23 · 03-29-2003, 12:06 PM

You'll need to disconnect the AC tubing on the sides, and the wire that powers the glove box light. Also, under those 2 slim vents there are 2 bolts you'll need to undo. I just swapped out my brown dash for a black one 2 weeks ago. Its a pain to lift the dash over the steering wheel, so have someone help you....in and out. Good luck.

-m

SR240SXT · 03-29-2003, 04:29 PM

Its off!!

Thanks guys.

03-29-2003, 09:50 AM	#1
SR240SXT Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Orlando, FL Age: 41 Posts: 255 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	How do I get my dash off?? Hey guys, i need to get my dash off. But dont want to hurt it trying too hard. It seems i have unbolted all the screws, but it still wont come off. I was wondering whats going on next to the windshield... like under that long thin vent. Is there something under there that will get it lose? Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thanks. __________________ -1997 240SX SE 5spd- -2002 Nissan OEM Gloss White Paint (June 2003) -OEM Nissan Front Lip -Type C Short Shifter -ApexI N1 Single Catback Exhaust -Test Pipe -Spec K Rear Wing -Kumho Supra Ecsta 712 ZR rated tires (205/55/16) -Eibach Pro Kit Springs -KYB AGX Struts -Llumar Centaur Premium Tint (28% front/20% back) -Alarm w/Keyless Entry -SOLD-

03-29-2003, 10:31 AM	#3
hooter Leaky Injector Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: SoCal Posts: 146 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Yep. Drop steering column. Two bolts underneath holding it in. You might have to remove the plastic steering column covers. I can't remember. As for the vents, you need to carefully pry them off with a screwdriver (the plastic is old and VERY brittle). They are held in place with little plastic tabs. Underneath, you will find 4 or so bolts holding the top of the dash in place. -Charlie __________________ SHIFT_knob

03-29-2003, 12:04 PM	#4
SR240SXT Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Orlando, FL Age: 41 Posts: 255 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Thanks for the replies, ill go try that now. Thx __________________ -1997 240SX SE 5spd- -2002 Nissan OEM Gloss White Paint (June 2003) -OEM Nissan Front Lip -Type C Short Shifter -ApexI N1 Single Catback Exhaust -Test Pipe -Spec K Rear Wing -Kumho Supra Ecsta 712 ZR rated tires (205/55/16) -Eibach Pro Kit Springs -KYB AGX Struts -Llumar Centaur Premium Tint (28% front/20% back) -Alarm w/Keyless Entry -SOLD-

03-29-2003, 04:29 PM	#6
SR240SXT Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Orlando, FL Age: 41 Posts: 255 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Its off!! Thanks guys. __________________ -1997 240SX SE 5spd- -2002 Nissan OEM Gloss White Paint (June 2003) -OEM Nissan Front Lip -Type C Short Shifter -ApexI N1 Single Catback Exhaust -Test Pipe -Spec K Rear Wing -Kumho Supra Ecsta 712 ZR rated tires (205/55/16) -Eibach Pro Kit Springs -KYB AGX Struts -Llumar Centaur Premium Tint (28% front/20% back) -Alarm w/Keyless Entry -SOLD-

03-29-2003, 10:07 AM	#2
Naro182 Leaky Injector Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Bethlehem, PA Posts: 62 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	not too sure but i think you have to drop the steering column a little to get it off. have you done that?

03-29-2003, 12:06 PM	#5
mbmbmb23 Zilvia Contributor Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Charlotte, NC. Posts: 1,776 Trader Rating: (1) Rides Gallery: mbmbmb23 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	You'll need to disconnect the AC tubing on the sides, and the wire that powers the glove box light. Also, under those 2 slim vents there are 2 bolts you'll need to undo. I just swapped out my brown dash for a black one 2 weeks ago. Its a pain to lift the dash over the steering wheel, so have someone help you....in and out. Good luck. -m