Instrument cluster, removing and installing
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
- Hook 3370
Removing
NOTE:
- Do not disassemble instrument cluster.
- Instrument clusters contain no field serviceable components. Should malfunctions occur, replace complete instrument cluster.
- If instrument cluster is to be replaced, connect VAS 5051/5052 and initiate OBD program option "Instrument cluster, replacing" → On Board Diagnostic (OBD), function
CAUTION:
- Switch off all electrical consumers.
- Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.
- Pull steering wheel with adjusting mechanism fully out and move it downward.
NOTE:
- For clarity, steering wheel is shown removed in the following illustrations.
- Pull off bottom cover - 1 - towards rear - arrows -.
- Remove screws - arrows -.
- Remove left instrument panel side cover - arrow - using hook 3370.
- Reach through opening - arrow A - above fuse panel and push out instrument cluster in direction of - arrow B -.
- Disengage lock on electrical connectors - arrow - and disconnect.
- Remove instrument cluster from instrument panel opening.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:
- After installation, perform functional test of instrument cluster.
- If instrument cluster is replaced, continue to follow VAS 5051/5052 tester prompts in conjunction with OBD program option "Instrument cluster, replacing" → On Board Diagnostic (OBD), function