Heater Core Removal / Dashboard Removal

[digitalasylum7]

Hey all,

So I need to change my heater core due to a coolant leak blowing smoke through my venting system (1997 GST)

There is a link for the dash removal which I found but all the photos are dead links. Anyone have anything out there for the dash removal and some shots of the heater core location/removal?

(http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/art...047-heater-core-replacement-dash-removal.html)

 

[dsmspyderboy]

Try VFAQ.COM that might have it.

 

[T is for TURBO]

Just start upbolting. Its not too difficult, just time consuming and a pain.
Start by removing:
Seats
Kick panels
Center console
Glove box
Radio
Use a screw driver to pull the dash tweeter covers out, there are bolts hiding under them.
Then get under the dash and start searching for bolts
When you get to the point of removing it from the car, do not pull the steering wheel, there are 2 bolts that hold it up. Un bolt them and the steering wheel will pivoit toward the floor enough for you to wiggle the dash out.

It is by no means a fun job. But its not too difficult, just time consuming and you will find yourself in some uncomfortable positions.

Once the dash is out, everthing is pretty self explanitory from there. Also, remember to put all the HVAC pieces back in. I bolted the dash back in when I realized I forgot to put one of the HVAC diverters back in. Needless to say, it never made it's way back in.

 

[luv2rallye]

Try this: http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/articles-exterior-interior/379111-2g-dash-removal-instructions.html

 

[HITT1]

it just like everyone said, its not that hard to do but if its your first time, its going to take a while. My first time doing it took me 8 hrs, after that, it can be done in less than 2 hr, could be less depending if you got some help.

 

[gotclutch23]

I agree you after the first time it's easy I used a Haynes helped alot

 

[Lady4G63]

Finally a thread with a helpful link in it!! Thank u DSM gods!