Removing center AC vent

[Jim69coronet]

1969 Coronet 500. Can this vent be removed without tearing the dash apart?
Thanks

 

[themechanic]

Not in a non rally dash. I had to remove the dash pad to get to the screws for the metal bezel in my 69 Coronet R/T.

 

[70gtx440dana]

If I am remembering correctly, in a 69 Coronet 500 you should be able to remove the cast trim piece. This will allow access to the attachment screws for removal. If this is not the case you should be able to get to it from radio removal or glove box liner removal. There are 3 screws holding it to frame. Two on top and one on bottom.

 

[Jim69coronet]

Not in a non rally dash. I had to remove the dash pad to get to the screws for the metal bezel in my 69 Coronet R/T.

If you mean the lower dash pad... can this be removed without removing the switch panel?

 

[Jim69coronet]

If I am remembering correctly, in a 69 Coronet 500 you should be able to remove the cast trim piece. This will allow access to the attachment screws for removal. If this is not the case you should be able to get to it from radio removal or glove box liner removal. There are 3 screws holding it to frame. Two on top and one on bottom.

I have the radio, ash tray and glove box removed. Just not seeing any attachment screws.
I need to look again.
Thanks

 

[70gtx440dana]

I have the radio, ash tray and glove box removed. Just not seeing any attachment screws.
I need to look again.
Thanks

You should find the screws in the bottom lower corners and top center.

 

[themechanic]

Look like radio faceplate and lower pad, at minimum.

 

[Jim69coronet]

Look like radio faceplate and lower pad, at minimum.


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Also looks like the switch panel needs to come out to remove lower pad?

Thanks

 

[themechanic]

Also looks like the switch panel needs to come out to remove lower pad?

Thanks

That is correct. Also, drop the steering column down.

 

[70gtx440dana]

The a/c vent installs from inside of dash frame. The screws go through plastic vent holes and thread/screw into steel dash frame. You should be able to remove from inside of dash frame. Did you disconnect the ductwork and remove? This should allow you to see the screws on inside.