If you remove the steeringwheel you can tilt the dashboard forwards a bit more. This makes it easier to handle the connectors.
Take care that you don't scratch the transparant cover with the exposed end of the steering column.
I don't know if this is a good advice if you have an airbag.
RichardZ
4800 turbo automatic 1991
connector and dashboard
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