07 G35 sedan head deck removal

[joe603]

First off, I have not done this...the procedure and pics were sent to me from another member (zozoka1212). It was done on an Automatic 07+ base model Sedan without NAV

NOTE: do not start the engine. Without your foot on the brake push the start button once. This will turn on the ac power for the car. Next apply the e-brake all the way to the floor, then depress the brake pedal and move your shifter to D(drive) position. (just remember not to release the e-brake until you have shifted back into P(park).

First, take off the AT shift knob. You will need to grab and push down on the silver ring. Next you'll see and a clip, you'll want to pull back as the way the arrow is shown.

Next, tape up along both side on the console like how i did in the picture this was done to avoid any scratches or damage to the surface when removing the dash. Now stick your finger into the shift boot and try to pull up the console.This is to show you where the clip is located on both sidesNow locate these 2 bolts and unscrew them.Next pull the unit outward and downward a bit, it should come out.Now you want to un-clip the 3 plug connector, except for the one in the red circle. When i tried to take it off, it was very difficult, and didn't budge. You don't need to risk breaking anything as it's not crucial for the removal.Next locate these 2 bolts and unscrew them.

Now stick your hand in there and pull out the central air vents/control unit.This what both units will look like off the dash.Next, locate these 2 bolts and unscrew them.

Now with both hands, slowly pull the monitor out and un-clip the plug in the back.This what it looks like with everything off, except for the radio/cd unit is still attached.To put everything back together, just reverse the steps. Make sure you put all the plugs and clips back.

[blairr]

Pictures links do not work on this post. Any ideas?

[joe603]

Zozo, can you fix the broken pic links?

[terrycs]

Instructions and pictures for taking apart the center panels on various late models can be found here:

http://www.activetechdesigns.com/11201.html

Once the dash has been taken apart, removing the head unit is obvious.

[r3plicant]

Good find terrycs. Thanks for posting.