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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 02:30 PM
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I need to tighten the cigarette lighter and power outlet on the dash of my 97 E350 SuperDuty RV rig. Do I have to remove the dash to do it?

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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 04:18 PM
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Just the Dash Bezel ...there are nuts ( 1/4" ) along the bottom and 2 or three screws on top by the odometer then you should release the light switch button but you don't have to if you have small hands ....then there are clips on the sides that you just gently pull on....First step is to remove the bottom covers which are combination pull tabs and above 1/4" head screws ....It takes a lot of patience and care since it is plastic and breaks easily...I use a 1/4" drive ratchet and Torx bits
 
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Old Feb 13, 2013 | 06:35 AM
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If you have time and can give me a day (or less) I'll post a few photos that might better explain this, Blaguert's on the right track definitely!

Your '97 should have a two piece dash panel, the '00's and up had just a single piece stretching from the far left vent to just beyond the radio opening. For me once the lower trim panels and their mounting structures were removed they were never re-installed---get in my way too often and this way I have more room for floor stored junk!

Like most things the process of tightening your 12 volt power ports is dirt simple---getting to them is quite another story!

Glad to help if you'd like.
 
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Old Feb 15, 2013 | 11:07 AM
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Sure, a couple of pics would be helpful. I do have the two piece dash. I assume I have to remove the dog house too?

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Old Feb 15, 2013 | 12:11 PM
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Yes you do ....
 
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Old Feb 16, 2013 | 06:13 AM
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I've never had to remove the dog house but its not a bad idea if its out of the way---gives ya more foot room for sure.

Eyewall do you know how to remove the headlight switch **** and stem? That's really the first step.
 
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