Hi guys,
I'm new to bigcoupe but I have had my E24 M6 for almost 2 years now. I recently removed the gauge cluster in my car to have it restored. I figured that this might be a good time to see if I can replace the little U-joint that connects to the temperature dial on the HVAC panel. My question is how do I get the passenger side of the panel to release from the dash. I see the 2 screws on the driver side that need to be removed and then I see 2 screws under the fan speed knob that might need to come out but this is where I get stuck. I just dont want to force anything so I figured I would ask.
Any help would be greatly appreciated. Have a great Holiday weekend!
Chuck
1988 M6 HVAC Panel removal
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1988 M6 HVAC Panel removal
Chuck
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Re: 1988 M6 HVAC Panel removal
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Be especially careful when removing/installing the HVAC panel "Left Side, Vertical Trim Plate" as the pins snap easily after thirty plus years.
http://bigcoupe.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.ph ... 97#p235097
http://bigcoupe.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.ph ... al#p205817
http://bigcoupe.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.ph ... sh+removal
Be especially careful when removing/installing the HVAC panel "Left Side, Vertical Trim Plate" as the pins snap easily after thirty plus years.
http://bigcoupe.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.ph ... 97#p235097
http://bigcoupe.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.ph ... al#p205817
http://bigcoupe.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.ph ... sh+removal
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Re: 1988 M6 HVAC Panel removal
So I was able to pull the Hazzard switch out then just reached in and pushed the AC switch out. Once those little screws above (and behind) the Hazzard and below (and behind) the AC switches came out replacing that U-joint was pretty straightforward. While I was in there I took the time to clean out the ductwork and the panel, looks much better. Thanks again for the help!
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Chuck
1988 E24 M6
1988 E24 M6