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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK1996ROADMASTER BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING, VENTILATION & A/C (HVAC)HVAC CONTROL SYSTEMSHVAC SYSTEM - MANUALREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONINSTRUMENT PANELREMOVAL
1996 Buick Roadmaster Base
Instrument Panel: Removal
1996 Buick Roadmaster BaseSECTION Removal
- Disable air bag system. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article in the ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT section. Remove steering column opening filler. Remove 4 knee bolster-to-deflector attaching bolts, and remove bolster. Remove 4 knee deflector-to-tie bar bolts, and remove deflector. Remove brakelight switch. Unclip and remove shift indicator cable.
- Remove nuts attaching steering column support bracket to instrument panel. Gently lower steering column. Remove 2 bolts attaching steering column guide bracket to instrument panel. Remove steering column guide bracket. Remove right and left trim plates. Remove sound insulator. Remove 4 instrument cluster attaching screws, and remove instrument cluster.
- Remove headlight switch and accessory switches. Remove parking brake release handle. Remove multifunction alarm module. Remove A/C-heater control panel. See A/C-HEATER CONTROL PANEL. Remove 3 radio bracket-to-instrument panel screws. Pull radio and bracket from instrument panel. Disconnect electrical connectors and antenna from radio, and remove radio.
- Remove ashtray/lighter assembly. Remove retainer attaching instrument panel light switch assembly to instrument panel, and remove switch assembly. Remove courtesy lights. Remove low oil module and Data Link Connector (DLC).
- Remove right and left sound covers. Remove 4 bolts attaching instrument panel to lower windshield frame. Remove 2 bolts attaching instrument panel to each door pillar.NOTE: Mark harness connectors, hose and harness routing before removal.
- Remove lower reinforcement-to-instrument panel bolt. Unsnap and pull instrument panel from windshield frame flange. Disconnect remaining electrical and vacuum hose connectors.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.