Aircon Unit Front Panel

[Swifty2005uk]

The panel around the digital clock display and aircon adjustment knobs was scratched when I bought it.

I can get hold of another for £20,is this a good price and how easy is it to fit?

My car is 51 plate IS300,panel I can get is from 04 IS200,I assume they are the same?

Thanks

[Adie]

Very easy to replace. Just pulls out. There is a link somewhere that shows how to remove it all...........

[Swifty2005uk]

Thanks for the reply,I can`t find the link so do I just prise it out gently by using a small screwdriver to get in behind the edges??

[necromax]

You need to remove the vent assembly above the unit, do this by removing the lint tray if you have one, there should be two screws underneath it, then pull it out, you have to give it a go tug. This will expose two bolts securing the frame which holds the aircon & radio. You need to remove the panel holding the heated seat buttons to access the lower bolts (just reach underneath and give it a tug). Undo the upper and lower bolts, remove the whole assembly, fairly straight forward from there. Be VERY carful not to scratch your dash.. you would be advised to run masking tape down both sides of the console to avoid scratches.