INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH Instrument Cluster Control Module -J285-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, 9S5, 9S7: 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 left and right instrument panel vent. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL VENT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the bolt -3-.

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-- Remove both instrument clusters -2- to do so release the catch -1- in direction of -arrow-.

-- Remove the bolts -1 and 4-.

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-- Guide the :T40207 between the instrument panel and instrument cluster and place it on both openings -3-.

-- Using the :T40207 , remove the instrument cluster -2- from the retainer -arrows- and tilt toward the rear.

-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

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-- Mid instrument cluster: disconnect the connector -2- for the fiber-optic cable.

-- Seal the open wiring harness connector -2- of the fiber-optic cable with the : VAS6223/9 -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 contamination of or mechanical damage to the front surface of the fiber-optic cable which would impair light transmission.

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