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...

Cluster removal question
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