As promised, here is a write-up on how to fix dash warp...
What you'll need:
3 Wall Anchors (As described below)
Some way to hold down dash (Optional, but makes it easier)
1/4" Ratcheting wrench, Target has sets of them for $10 if you need this (Good excuse to get some new tools...
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Philips screw driver bit
Drill and drill bits...
Washers to go over the screws
Note: The Ratcheting wrench is needed because there is hardly any room to work with because the dash is so close to the windshield.
These are the "wall anchors" you will need.
The ones I have compressed down to something like 1/8" Check Home Depot or Lowes for these.
I used Loctite Gel Superglue to hold down the dash, It isn't a permanent fix, but it does help to get it out of your way when putting the trim piece back in.
After doing this, Take a look at where the trim piece goes, you will see 3 "slots" where the plastic has holes, you will slip in the wall anchors, tighten them down to compress the anchor part and then take the screw out, leaving in the anchor.
Then, you will want to take the black trim piece and drill 3 holes, this is where the screw will go down to secure the trim piece. Mark the centers of the spaces where the screws need to go and drill. Make the holes a little bit bigger than the screws so you have a little space to play, as you know the dash is a pain to work with, any extra space to play is nice. Make sure you check to make sure you drill the holes in the correct spot. It should be fairly self-explanitory where they go once you see it. If not, let me know and I can come up with some kind of sketch of what needs to be done.
After the holes are drilled, put the black trim piece in place and place washers on the screws and slide everything into place. Then, just tighten down the screws and enjoy your work. Make sure you don't tighten down the trim piece to much, the plastic is only so strong...
Sorry for the lousy pic but here is a final pic of mine. Any questions just ask here or shoot me a PM... Hopefully this helps you guys out!
