Cluster removal question

Hey guys I'm trying to tackle my fuel gauge problem and in the process I am removing my instrument cluster to switch out the gauge. My issue is the temp and oil gauges are keeping me from removing the cluster.

I can dismount the gauges from the back but obviously they won't pull through and I cannot figure out how to disconnect the cables from the back to pull the gauge out the front.

My question is do I need to disconnect the cables from the engine side and pull the whole cable through the dash just to take my instrument panel off? Or am I missing something.

The manual doesn't even mention the gauges in the instrument cluster removal procedure. It just talks about the electrical connections to the wipers and headlights plus the speedometer and 6 screws.

Any help is appreciated.