I need to replace the broken tape deck on my 96 Buick Roadmaster wagon. While I have the faceplate off of the dash I thought maybe I should remove the dashpad so it will be easier for me to vinyl dye it. The pad is good, but it's discolored from sun exposure. Is the passenger airbag attached to the pad? How big a job is this to do? Would I be better off, just taping it off?
Not sure about your car but most of the orignal dash pads are glued on so it will not come off easy. I would just recolor it
You may pose that question over on this forum: http://gmlongroof.4umer.com/forum It's got a high concentration of 90s GM B-body wagon owners who could help.
The upper IP pad is removable, but it takes a lot of effort. There are several spring clips at the front of the pad - near the windshield. But near the back of the pad there are lots of M4.2 self tapping screws (with a 7 mm hex head). To gain access to these screws you have to remove the reveal molding around the radio, glove box and cluster. These reveal moldings are held in place with lots of tenacious spring clips and you have a high likelihood of breaking the molding when you try and pry them off. I just removed the top pad from my 1996 CAPRICE, and it is in my opinion worth your time and effort to dye the pad in place.
