That's a handsome car, Ed.
Yes, there are specific instructions to remove the bezel and instrument
cluster from the '68 dash. I recently removed the bezel from my '68 Crown
convertible, and can send you scans of the '67 service manual that detail
the procedure.
It begins with removing the cover from beneath the steering column. Out
come the lower A/C ducts. Then down comes the steering column. Remove the
lower screws that hold the instrument bezel at the bottom. The upper screws
are visible just beneath the dashpad at the top. Place a protective
covering over the steering wheel before removing the bezel.
The "gotchya" in the procedure is the flexible A/C duct to the driver side
A/C vent. It's attached to the bezel by a screw, and really holds on. It is
a difficult thing to extend the fragile ducting far enough to clear the
dash pad to make space for the screwdriver. The shorter the driver the better.
Disconnect the various electrical connectors and you're home free.
The instrument cluster is then clear for removal. I've left mine in place
for now.
Dave
1968 Imperial Crown (convertible)
1973 Imperial LeBaron (4-door hardtop)
>Date: Mon, 31 Mar 2003 07:00:48 -0500
>Subject: IML: 68 Dash/Bezel
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>Are there specific instructions for the removal of the dash bezel on
>the '68? I have discovered a leak which has dripped into the headlamp
>switch and also rusted the parking break. I would like to disassemble
>the switch and correct the problem but with the Auto Pilot in the way,
>getting in there from the bottom seems to be impossible. Any
>suggestions?
>
>I am not ready to pull the windshield out as I have a fair amount of
>work that needs to come first. I will do the Mickey Mouse silicon along
>the offending edge of the windshield moulding and stop the leak (if I'm
>lucky). But I need the headlights to work for inspection.
>
>Thanks.
>--Ed
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