Audi A3 How can I remove part of the dashboard?

[Bob1954]

Hi,

Sorry, I have put this in the wrong place and I don't know how to correct it now.

I have an Audi A3  convertible.

I would like to add or repurpose one of the switches in the small row of switches in the centre of the dashboard (nine push button switches only a few of which are used).

The whole set are surrounded by a silver metal strip. Is this strip just clipped into place or are there screws/nuts on the inside that need removing?

I have tried pushing a flat screwdriver under the surround and trying to lever it off but without using too much force. Does it come off without removing the whole of the dashboard?

Removing the cover plate around the display screen just reveals a metal housing that I can't get past and I assume removing the air ducts just above the switch plate will mean disconnecting the air pipes so I am hoping someone can help before I damage something on the dashboard.

Thanks,

Bob.

 

Edited yesterday at 05:06 PM by Bob1954
thread in wrong place

[Magnet]

Hello Bob,

I’m sorry I can’t help you with this, but I would think seriously about DIYing this - it is likely to end up the sort of job you wish you hadn’t started, and has a great potential for resulting in broken bits of plastic.

If it were mine, I would be seeking assistance at a trusted local independent. 
Kind regards,

Gareth.

[enc]

Im intrigued, what switch are you adding Bob? 

[daveyboy1967]

17 hours ago, Magnet said:

I would think seriously about DIYing this - it is likely to end up the sort of job you wish you hadn’t started, and has a great potential for resulting in broken bits of plastic.

If it were mine, I would be seeking assistance at a trusted local independent. 
Kind regards,

Gareth.

I totally agree with Gareth on this, unless you have access to a very good workshop manual. If you get it wrong broken trim can be surprisingly expensive to replace, and very ugly if you don't.