How to take the whole dash apart?

2004 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO
220,000 MILES • 3.4L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RODJAMES
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I’m trying to replace my A/C Evaporator and I wanted to know how to take the dash off. Including the silver frame piece behind the black one.
Feb 15, 2023 at 11:21 PM
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STRAILER
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Hello Rod, I would start by disconnecting the battery and draining the coolant so when you remove the HVAC unit it doesn't spill coolant inside the car. Here are the instructions on how to take the dash a part and remove it so you can get to the evaporator. Please check the images below and let me know if you need anything else. Thanks for using 2CarPros.
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Feb 16, 2023 at 12:40 PM
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RODJAMES
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How do I drain the coolant?
Feb 18, 2023 at 12:56 PM
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STRAILER
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There is a drain plug in the bottom of the radiator check the images below. Let me know if you need anything else.
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Feb 18, 2023 at 7:16 PM