Help with dashboard removal

[Rike_th]

Doing a dashboard removal on my 2017 Ford transit and could use a bit of wisdom before I get in too deep, I'm trying to access the blower motor and maybe run a few hidden wires while I'm at it, but one annoying thing is that I've pulled dashes before on other vehicles, but this one looks like it might be more complicated, clips in weird spots, buried bolts and I'm trying as much as possible to be conscious of airbag tension, been to YT to check out a few videos but even with the visual representation there's still some difficulty, I'm not a car guru or anything but getting the dashboard out was just easier on those other cars
I'd appreciate any pointers or heads ups on how else I could go about it

 

[Ergon]

What?? Ford really said, "Let's hide every screw and clip like a treasure hunt." But seriously, yeah those buried bolts and airbag spots make it a whole different beast

 

[KenxFT]

Doing a dashboard removal on my 2017 Ford transit and could use a bit of wisdom before I get in too deep, I'm trying to access the blower motor and maybe run a few hidden wires while I'm at it, but one annoying thing is that I've pulled dashes before on other vehicles, but this one looks like it might be more complicated, clips in weird spots, buried bolts and I'm trying as much as possible to be conscious of airbag tension, been to YT to check out a few videos but even with the visual representation there's still some difficulty, I'm not a car guru or anything but getting the dashboard out was just easier on those other cars
I'd appreciate any pointers or heads ups on how else I could go about it

The Ford Transit dash can be a real headache, so I feel your pain!
You probably already know this but before messing with anything, make sure to disconnect the battery and wait at least 15 minutes to give the system time to discharge, especially since you're concerned about the airbags.
For the blower motor, you might not even need to pull the whole dash.
On many Transits, you can access it by removing the lower glove compartment and some trim panels on the passenger side.
If we have the same setup, that should give you enough room to get it out without having to deal with the whole dash.
But if you're set on pulling the whole dash, get a good set of trim removal tools.
The clips are often hidden behind panels that you need to pry off carefully.
If it's not coming out, just expect you missed a hidden bolt or clip so you don't mess up anything.
But if you're not really confident or it seems like too much trouble, it's not a bad idea to get professional help!