Re: Now for the padded dash......

Posted by HH56 On 2012/4/11 22:10:19

I separated the pieces when replacing my pad, but frankly I don't think it can be done with the dash in the car and components still assembled. If anyone has done it, sure would like to learn how myself. If consensus says removal is needed, there is a dash removal procedure in the AC install manualhttps://www.packardinfo.com/xoops/html/downloads/55-56ACInstall.pdf Obviously, the engine mechanical side and several other steps don't need to be done since you're not installing the factory AC but dash part gives things to disconnect, look for or check.

If you go for it, once dash removed and on a bench there are several screws holding the halves. As I recall, they are spaced about 6 - 8 inches apart. Because of the angle and small space, a couple toward the ends were difficult to get a screwdriver on -- even with dash out of the car and disassembled. Some others are above the cluster and radio so those items need to be removed or at least in case of the cluster, worked around. Once screws are removed and courtesy light removed, the halves will separate. I believe my pad may have been cemented to the flange but it could have just been age. All in all, it was a project. It was done before digital cameras so I don't have any pictures.