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How to Remove the Dashboard of the BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E36 - Years: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001
Part: Dashboard

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Today's steps will show you how to remove and replace the entire dashboard of the BMW 3 Series, following the instructions below. First, open the front doors and start by removing the glove compartment and lower plastics, unscrewing all the mounting screws; then remove the components of the center console, disassembling the radio and climate control, as shown in the video.

At this point, remove the instrument cluster to subsequently take out the dashboard, applying the reverse procedure for reassembly!


Updated on 26 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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