INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH Instrument Cluster Control Module -J285-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, WITH DRIVER INFORMATION SYSTEM: Removing

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-- 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 and place the ignition key outside of the vehicle.

-- Remove the driver side instrument panel vent. Refer to OUTER INSTRUMENT PANEL VENT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the center and front passenger side instrument panel vent. Refer to CENTER VENT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the bolts -2-.

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-- Remove the instrument cluster trim -3- by releasing the catch -1- in the direction of -arrow-.

-- Remove the bolts -1 and 4-.

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-- Guide the Hook Tool:T40207 between the instrument panel and instrument cluster and attach it in the center as shown -3-.

-- Using the Hook Tool:T40207 , remove the instrument cluster -2- from the retainer in the direction of -arrow- and tilt toward the rear.

-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

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-- Equipped on some models: disconnect the connector -2- for the fiber-optic cable.

-- Seal the open wiring harness connector -2- of the fiber-optic cable with the Fiber-Optic Repair Set - Connector Protective Caps: VAS 6223/9 -item 1-.

Fig 1: Fiber-Optic Cable Harness Connector And Protective Cap For Cable Connector VAS 6223/9

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TIP:

The protective cap prevents soiling and damage to fiber optic face, which would impair light transfer.

-- Remove the instrument cluster on the front passenger side between the steering wheel and the instrument panel.