anyone know how to get fan control switch out to replace it dont know how dash comes apart im stumped any ideas.. thanks steve

Steve,

Removing the dash is pretty easy once you get the hang of it. Here is a step-by-step. You'll need a short Phillips head screwdriver and that's all.

1. Remove the ashtray by pushing down on the release tab at the top.

(IMG:http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a385/lovemysantafe/DashButtonLightReplacement001.jpg)

2. Behind it you will see two screws; remove them and put them in a cupholder to keep them from rolling away.

(IMG:http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a385/lovemysantafe/DashButtonLightReplacement002.jpg)

3. Grab the bottom part of the dash with both hands and give it a firm tug. If it's the first time being pulled out, it will resist.

(IMG:http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a385/lovemysantafe/DashButtonLightReplacement004.jpg)

4. One side will likely pop out before the other. You can't have it out too far otherwise the other side can't pop free.

(IMG:http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a385/lovemysantafe/DashButtonLightReplacement005.jpg)

5. Once you get both sides pulled free look behind the climate fascia and you will see four screws holding the climate control in place. Undo those screws and put them aside in a different cup holder. Remove the old one after unplugging it at the rear. Reverse to fit the new one.

(IMG:http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a385/lovemysantafe/DashButtonLightReplacement006.jpg)

Good luck.

Hey loivemysanta,

Great job...nice pictures help a lot.

Byron

Not a problem. Happy to help. :thumbsup: I've taken my Santa apart in so many ways I'm amazed it doesn't rattle. :whistling:

- Removed/reinstalled center stack (probably 10 times)
- Removed/reinstalled gauge cluster (at least thrice)
- Removed/reinstalled all four door panels (driver one at least three times; it's beginning to get fussy)
- Partially removed both front seats to clean behind them.
- Installed cabin air filter (involved taking the glovebox out)
- Removed both headlights and the engine cover God only knows how many times.

And this weekend I'm going one more; replacing the leather wheel so we get to remove and reinstall the steering wheel and airbag. It's gonna be so much fun! :banana: :beer:

This post has been edited by lovemysantafe: Mar 5 2008, 04:16 AM

wow man

really you've been working your way around your sante :)

Yeah...she and I get around. :grin: :57:

btw

ive read in ur signature that u made the fog lights work with parking lamps.
do u have any idea how to do it with 05 model since its a bit different than the previous.

It's simply a matter of finding the wiring harness of the fog light switch and grounding the proper one so the lights are grounded whenever the exterior lights are on. Since I haven't seen an '05-'06 wiring harness, I couldn't tell you if they are the same or not.

This post has been edited by lovemysantafe: Mar 8 2008, 04:20 PM

i tell you what your a awesome person for the great pictures i really appreciate the imfo i forgot to check back and see if i had any results from my search thanks a lot again this is a awesome site and its people like you who make it so worth while going to work on it today as soon as wife gets backfrom town with sante fe
i looked and looked for someother screws to take out just hate to yank and pull on stuff if i dont know how to do do it the right way really appreciate the help steve m

You are very welcome but you made me :blush:

well i found another way, i simply connected the fog lights to the pumper side lamps.

:liebe011: If this works, then your'e an Angel! Ya need to change the topic or the header or whatever it is in forums to make this an answer to my question about air conditioning......found this under HEADLIGHTS. Go figure....let everyone know tomorrow..too late tonite

Grampy

I even did a search for this stuff....

:banana:Yahoo! it worked just like he said! Replaced a $19 switch and saved $150 on a motor and resistor.

Thanks to Lovemysantafe :460:

This post has been edited by grampy: Jul 31 2008, 12:05 PM