Dashboard Removal (Help!)

[mikewags]

Can someone tell me where to find a schematic on how to remove the dashboard (all screws) --- Or just tell me?

Greatly Appreciated!

[zbane]

http://carfiche.com/manuals023/cars/

Carfiche doesn't have a 75 listed, but does have a 76. It would be worth your while to download it (or get a Factory Service Manual elsewhere), as well as utilizing the search feature on this site.

[mikewags]

Ive got the FSM for the 1975 280z, although its mostly about engine work (there is very little about interior)

[webdawg1]

The following Word file will probably help you out quite a bit. I believe this was made for an early 240Z or 260Z, but it should be almost exactly the same for a later model...(I.E. - 75 280Z) Just make sure you mark each and every electrical connection somehow so you'll know EXACTLY where everything hooks back up...take notes...pictures...what-ever it takes to jog your memory when it comes time to put it back together...

webdawg1

Removing Dash and Interior for Paint.doc

[mikewags]

Thanks for the document. It will be of some help.

I was hoping for a schematic to show where all the bolts/screws were placed; but I guess I can figure it out on with this information.

Thanks again.

[Darrel]

If you have an actual Nissan factory service manual, then it will have the procedure to r&r the dash.

[mriz]

From memory but this should get you there . First I usually take off the steering wheel and drop the steering colum down . Disconnect the speedo cable then clean wounds and apply bandaids .The console is next thing to go Then disconnect the harness under the glove box . (mark any connection and screws you take out). There is the panel against the windshield with about 4 screws. Take those out and you will see about 6~8 bolts holding it to the firewall. On each side in the lower corners towards the face of the dash is another bolt . Remove the vent panel in the center also so you can get to the ducts . While you are at it check the mode door and linkage for the heater/ac .. vacuum lines....light bulbs..... Jim

[mikewags]

So, today I found myself under the dash on my back, sweating profusely and getting nowhere fast. I'm going to search through the FSM and any other stuff out there for a decent schematic of where all the connections/screws are...it would just make life easier, especially for putting it all back together.

Do you guys think attempting to repair a few cracks in the dash (while still in the car) would even be possible? I really think its futile, I'd like to get the dash out for dynomatting the firewall and being able to fix it correctly.

[sblake01]

http://carfiche.com/manuals023/cars/

Carfiche doesn't have a 75 listed, but does have a 76. It would be worth your while to download it (or get a Factory Service Manual elsewhere), as well as utilizing the search feature on this site.

I'd forget about carfiiche and use these two links:

For the S30- http://www.xenons30.com/reference.html

For the S130- http://www.xenons130.com/reference.html

Some of his manuals aren't scanned very well but they're readible. Looks like he used greyscale on some of them instead of 1 bit black and white which would have been clearer. He even has Z31, Z32, and Z33 (w/some G35) stuff.

[mikewags]

Thanks Steve. I used that same page to download and print the FSM ... I just need to go through it and see if theres any dash removal information.

[mikewags]

I must have overlooked this section. Instrument Panel.

Section FE Engine, Fuel, and Exhaust System : page BF-28

[mikewags]

Status Update:

I removed most of the bolts. Two of the bolts under the garnish plate had nuts securing them to the firewall (thankfully they were loose) but I had to remove the exterior panel under the wipers to get to the nuts for bolt removal...What a pain!

Upon removing that panel I found the largest portion of surface rust yet on the car. Probably due to the rain water that flows into those vents. I applied large amounts of NAVAL JELLY to the rusted areas and covered it all up. Today the rust should be gone and I will cover these areas with paint (#305 - able to buy at Sherwin Williams Automotive) ---

The dashboard isnt fully removable yet, but much looser. I still need to disconnect some wiring under the passenger side I suppose.

Question: What is that black bag that is located between the wipers, under that exterior shell piece?

and

Will the dashboard come out with all of the vents/gauges? (speedometer/etc)

Thanks!