Removing the combined instrument panel

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Fig 1: Steering Column And DIM Casing Screws

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove the two mounting screws (A) for the steering shaft from underneath
Allow the steering column to sink down
Remove the two screws (B) from the surround. Remove the surround from the clips
Remove the three screws for the combined instrument panel. Remove the combined instrument panel. (Where applicable, the connectors and cable for the odometer remain in place on the combined instrument panel).