Replacing Dash Trim

Mtxzptlk · 11-03-2012, 03:43 AM

Hi Guys,

I was able to pick up a dash trim set recently and am in the process of taking out my current trim before I can put in the new one.

I removed the vents and the headunit and am currently trying to get the dash piece out. I read from a Z4forum thread that there are clips that secure the dash trim to the dash in addition to the screws on the headunit / vent area. I haven't seen them but I can feel these when I reach in behind the dash itself.

Does anyone know how to take these off?

Thanks in advance

Below is a pic from the z4forums thread of these clips

Chamberlin · 11-03-2012, 09:28 AM

the one pictured is the type of clip that stays on. and you pull the trim straight out with force. HOWEVER, there is a special clip on the far right of the dash piece that you need to remove (kinda like a hand grenade pin) before you do anything else. Curved needle nose pliers and an inspection mirror will do the trick.

psygnosis · 11-03-2012, 09:30 AM

yep only the two places you have to remove stuff before you just start pulling

The screws around the vent/radio and the pin next to the passenger cup holder

Mtxzptlk · 11-03-2012, 06:01 PM

Thanks guys!

How about the trim that surrounds the turn knob that controls the headlights?

Is that suppose to just pop off w/out needing any pins to be taken off?

WestCDA · 11-05-2012, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Mtxzptlk

How about the trim that surrounds the turn knob that controls the headlights?

Is that suppose to just pop off w/out needing any pins to be taken off?

Yes, it just pulls off - there are two pins/legs, one at top left and one at bottom right.

11-03-2012, 03:43 AM	#1
Mtxzptlk Driving Dog Drives: 635/1815 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: US Posts: 212 iTrader: (5)	Replacing Dash Trim Hi Guys, I was able to pick up a dash trim set recently and am in the process of taking out my current trim before I can put in the new one. I removed the vents and the headunit and am currently trying to get the dash piece out. I read from a Z4forum thread that there are clips that secure the dash trim to the dash in addition to the screws on the headunit / vent area. I haven't seen them but I can feel these when I reach in behind the dash itself. Does anyone know how to take these off? Thanks in advance Below is a pic from the z4forums thread of these clips
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psygnosis Captain Drives: '04 Z4 3.0i Sport Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: WA Posts: 808 iTrader: (0)	yep only the two places you have to remove stuff before you just start pulling The screws around the vent/radio and the pin next to the passenger cup holder __________________ Straightaways are for fast cars, Corners are for fast drivers.

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11-03-2012, 09:28 AM	#2
Chamberlin Second Lieutenant Drives: '06 Z4 M Coupe Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 208 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 BMW Z4 M Coupe ... [4.50]	the one pictured is the type of clip that stays on. and you pull the trim straight out with force. HOWEVER, there is a special clip on the far right of the dash piece that you need to remove (kinda like a hand grenade pin) before you do anything else. Curved needle nose pliers and an inspection mirror will do the trick.

11-03-2012, 06:01 PM	#4
Mtxzptlk Driving Dog Drives: 635/1815 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: US Posts: 212 iTrader: (5)	Thanks guys! How about the trim that surrounds the turn knob that controls the headlights? Is that suppose to just pop off w/out needing any pins to be taken off?