Instrument cluster trim removal

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Instrument cluster trim

Adjust the steering wheel to its lowest position and furthest towards the driver to gain more clearance to remove the instrument cluster trim. Locate and undo the two screws above the instrument cluster that secure the trim. Even after removing the screws the instrument cluster trim is still held in place by two hidden plastic retaining tabs – one on each side nearby the switches. Grab the trim on the top and pull as if trying to fold down. This should disengage the retaining tabs. Once the tabs are disengaged, the instrument cluster trim is loose. Pull the trim as far away as the wiring of the switches allows, then disconnect all switches. Note that all connectors have retaining tabs. The large connector on both light switches may be very tight. If necessary, use a large flat-bladed screwdriver to help dislodge these connectors. Once disconnected, the instrument cluster trim can be removed from the vehicle.