Instrument cluster, removing and installing

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Identifying Special Hook 3370

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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.

Fig 2: Pulling Off Bottom Cover Towards Rear

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Pull off bottom cover - 1 - towards rear - arrows -.

Fig 3: Locating Screws

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Remove screws - arrows -.

Fig 4: Pulling Off Left Instrument Panel Cover Using Special Hook 3370

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Remove left instrument panel side cover - arrow - using hook 3370.

Fig 5: Reaching Through Opening Above Fuse Panel And Pushing Out Instrument Cluster

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Reach through opening - arrow A - above fuse panel and push out instrument cluster in direction of - arrow B -.

Fig 6: Identifying Securing Bracket Of Connectors

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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