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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 09:55 AM
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Removing Dash Bezel?

In attempts to install my new deck in the glovebox. I attempted taking off the dash bezel and failed miserably..

I couldnt not get the lights switch **** off and the window wiper switch. I didnt want to risk scratching it or breaking it so i thought i would ask. Seems i have all the screws out already and all the ***** off the hvac and radio. Is the bottom portion just clipped in?

I used the search function. Please forgive me if i skipped over a post about this.
 
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 10:20 AM
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On top of the light switch assembly there's a little button about 1/8" in daimeter. Pull the **** out while pushing in on tis button and it will release the **** along with the rod. It will turn the lights on but you can push it down easily until the light go off but not enough to engage the look pin. Then simply pull it back out.

The wiper **** has a little spring clip that you have to reach in behind with a 90º bent tool of some kind you can make yourself. Pull the clip outward toward the **** as you pull on the ****...it will come right off.


At the bottom of the bezel there is a tab that fits into the dash right above the steering wheel. remove all the screws and pull out ward on the top. Then pull upward to remove.
 
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 10:22 AM
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Thank you! ^^^ Wish me luck...
 
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 02:03 PM
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I can't find this button you speak of on the light switch
 
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 02:11 PM
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Like this

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...b-removal.html
 
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 02:17 PM
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Thanks a lot. Got one for replacing the lights in the dash? I can't search I'm in my truck right now. Lol
 
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 02:27 PM
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Or Dashpad?
 
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You just replace the bulbs. Nothing to it.
 
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 02:38 PM
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The only bulb i could see that turned out was the brights light?
 
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On top of the light switch assembly there's a little button about 1/8" in daimeter. Pull the **** out while pushing in on tis button and it will release the **** along with the rod.
 
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 03:15 PM
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Got it. Thanks guys
 
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