how to the remove the tank selector switch from the dashboard

[roadwolf]

I've fueling issue with my 5.0 1987 tbi, i want to renew some of the parts, i already have 2 new tanks, 2 new sending unit/fuel pump (not installed yet), a new fuel filter, i'll change the fuel pump relay and the fuel selector switch on the bottom on the dashboard.

I was running on only one tanks since 3 years (right one removed) but now sometimes my fuel gauge goes crazy, and the truck stall and will not restart for a moment.

I was wondering how to get it out from the dash, what should i remove before i can access to it.

the tank selector valve seems to have replaced, i've the bill from the previous owner, but i think the mechanic who did the job wasn't honnest as on this bill there is also a windshell pump which i had to replace 6 months later and found a totaly old rusted part in place.

thanks

 

[1low4x4]

Small c clip on the back of the dash holding it in... Then it just unplugs from the harness

 

[roadwolf]

I am sorry, but i can't see how i can access the clips behind the dash, there is a sidewall on the right by the ashtray.

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and an air duct [probably AC] at the bottom

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i can't put a hand behind to release any clip.

 

[1low4x4]

Got.to take the bottom air duct out. Can be a bear

 

[roadwolf]

And i think to remove the air duct, i need to remove the gauge cluster bezel.

well that' s not a five minute switch swap, i have to take my time.

Thx for your help

 

[jetman]

Air Duct will come out without removing the gauge cluster bezel. Just grab hold of the Air Duct and pull, it comes out easily, may have one bracket/nut holding it in place.

 

[smoothandlow84]

My selector switch, just popped out. I gently pryed both end with a flat head screwdriver. The replacement switch snapped back into place ...no metal retaining clip on mine. If you're replacing the switch with a new unit, looking at the new unit should determine how to remove the old unit.

 

[roadwolf]

thanks guys,

i manage to remove the tank switch, the air duct came by removing screws of the metal panel under the dash board.