Dash pad removal

[TheTecher]

I cant get my upper dash pad off the dash frame. Im down to the last two bolts on the sides but the heads are sunken into the sheet metal and I cant get a wrench or socket on them. I dont want to remove the windshield to take out the dash frame. What can I do.
Here is a photo.

 

[RedFish]

Those 2 on the sides use a different socket . 1/4 inch I think. Maybe you knew that already If I couldn't get a sharp edge socket to catch the screw head I would try to pull it on through the hole in the dash. Small flat washers would be needed at re install.

 

[2 Darts]

Redfish is right about the end screws being smaller. If the photo is of your dash, I recommend a Dremel tool to grind/cut the head off. The dash looks pretty well traumatized, too. Once the pad is off you can make repairs. Using a washer is a great idea.

 

[TheTecher]

Ill rry to pull it through, thanks.

 

[TheTecher]

I pried it off with a screwdriver. There are some nasty cracks on the corners, will this hurt recovering?

 

[2 Darts]

I pried it off with a screwdriver. There are some nasty cracks on the corners, will this hurt recovering?

If you're using a dash cap, no. If you're letting someone like Just Dashes do it, no. Actually, it shouldn't be a problem.