INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH Instrument Cluster Control Module -J285-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, LOW INSTRUMENT CLUSTER: Removing

-- Move the steering wheel as far to the rear and down as possible. Use the full steering column adjustment range for this.

-- Switch off the ignition.

-- Vehicle equipment version with mechanical ignition switch: Remove the key.

-- Vehicle equipment version with electronic ignition switch: Remove the key from the vehicle.

-- Remove the upper steering column trim panel. Refer to UPPER STEERING COLUMN TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the bolts -arrows-.

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-- Pull the instrument cluster -1- out just far enough until it is touching the steering wheel.

-- Disconnect the connector.

-- Press the retaining tab -1- to disconnect the connector, turn the retaining bracket in the direction of -arrow- and remove the connector.

Fig 1: Catch & Retainer

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-- Remove the instrument cluster between the steering wheel and the instrument panel.