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Old 04-26-2015, 12:30 AM
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Hi guys,

I have a simple question. The little chrome thingie is broken on my right side dash air vent, so I decided to replace it. But I don't know how to start with the removal, does anyone here know the process and can explain me the steps to follow?

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Old 04-26-2015, 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Hooshee
Hi guys,

I have a simple question. The little chrome thingie is broken on my right side dash air vent, so I decided to replace it. But I don't know how to start with the removal, does anyone here know the process and can explain me the steps to follow?

Thanks
Ok, I could manage, and even I don't have to replace, I could repair it. I will create a post with step by step pics soon, maybe it will be helpful.
 
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Old 08-25-2015, 04:39 PM
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Hey I have done all the dash vents myself and the right one is the easiest. Remove the wood airbag cover and find the screws to the vent and replace it with one from a yard. My vents came free with purchase of another part, they were basically giving them away. The other three are harder as it requires the removal of the center console to allow the long wood across the dash to be removed, as well as the speedometer plastic surround but it's the same idea
 
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Folks, how do you remove the wood airbag cover in order to replace the right vent? I haven't found any instructions in the forum yet.

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Gordon
 
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Old 12-14-2015, 05:43 AM
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Gordon-

Do a search for 'clock bulb repair' and you will find some pics and process which should help you along.

If I am thinking correctly, the wood trim in the speedo area will need to come out first.

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Old 12-16-2015, 02:17 AM
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Gordon-

Do a search for 'clock bulb repair' and you will find some pics and process which should help you along.

If I am thinking correctly, the wood trim in the speedo area will need to come out first.

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I tried searching for clock bulb repair and didn't find anything. Also tried passenger side airbag removal, but no such luck. Will have to keep searching.

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Originally Posted by rudelover2
Hey I have done all the dash vents myself and the right one is the easiest. Remove the wood airbag cover and find the screws to the vent and replace it with one from a yard. My vents came free with purchase of another part, they were basically giving them away. The other three are harder as it requires the removal of the center console to allow the long wood across the dash to be removed, as well as the speedometer plastic surround but it's the same idea
Rudelover2, Any pictures or instructions on how to remove the wood airbag cover? I haven't figured it out yet.

Thanks,

Gordon
 
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