My clock has a loose connection as it its illumination is intermitant when on bumpy roads. Whats the best way to remove the woodgrained trim to acess the conector? Thanks

 

just pry it up. clips are the only thing holding it in place

 

Search for the DIY on clock bulb replacement and it will walk you through with pictures

 

^ ...i went straight to answering the question, didn't read situation

OP, if you're trying to replace the dash clock bulb, you won't even need to remove the wood trim.

Like pmptx said, the DIY : https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-tl-problems-fixes-117/dash-clock-light-out-621510/

it will show you step by step.