Dashboard clock removal

[964rsdatabase]

Hi guys

I've decided to get the dashboard clocks refurbished while the car is off the road this winter. Before I go grovelling behind the dash, is there an easy way to get them out? I'm sure I heard somewhere that they just push out from behind and then unplug. Is it that easy?

Any helpful hints greatly appreciated. [8|]

Cheers

 

[carreraboy]

They just push out .... you can also replace the Clock with a Boost Gauge[]

 

[Melv]

Do u realize just how much wiring goes thru the clock????

 

[Damen]

Martin

The theory is correct but try getting behind them in order to push them out. That, in my opinion, is nigh on impossible. You'll probably end up having to wiggle them out which is not easy!!!

Who are you going to use? Most refurbs forget to put 'VDO' on the dial. Make sure your man does!!

Good luck.

Damen

 

[964rsdatabase]

Damen

I thought it might be quite tight. I'm sure one or all have been out before because the speedo bezel has a screwdriver shaped kink in it (which I also plan to change). I hope to use Reap Automotive who apparently didn't put the VDO on but now do. I will definitely check beforehand though.

Thanks

 

[RSGulp]

Martin, It helps if you remove the steering wheel first but it's not mandatory.

You might be able to pull one of the larger dials out by hand - borrow Saz's Marigolds for grip. [] If you can't budge them you'll need to carefully prise one of them out. Removing one of the large dials then allows you to then push the rest out from behind.

Use a plastic 'trim removal tool' which you can buy from a motor factor or a car stereo specialist. Be careful not to damage anything, and use the tool to prise then move around the dial, prise and move, etc all around the dial. You can also use a large flat-bladed screwdriver wrapped with gaffer tape (but be careful!)

Once it's moved away from the dash the dial is fairly easily to pull out. Once you've unplugged the connector(s) from the back it's easy to put your hand through the hole and push the others out from behind.

Reassembly is a reversal of the disassembly procedure. []


Please let me know how they turn out as I need to get mine done too.

 

[rs phil]

i had mine done this year with reap,good job

 

[964RS_DAB]

ORIGINAL: rs phil

i had mine done with reap,good job

+1

 

[chfs911]

So you've all clocked your RSs?

I wondered why there were so many low mileage cars around.

 

[bernard tester]

I always use a little sillicone grease round the rubbers when I refit them I spose you could use ky jell . Berny.

 

[polar964]

ORIGINAL: bernard tester

I always use a little sillicone grease round the rubbers when I refit them I spose you could use ky jell . Berny.

Spot on. A bit of lube will help for future removal. Took me the best part of an hour to remove the clock. As already pointed out its very easy to mark or damage the bevel. Once you get it to move, its plain sailing. The main thing is take your time. Best of luck