INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH Instrument Cluster Control Module -J285-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, LOW INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, BEFORE PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT: 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 instrument cluster trim. Refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TRIM, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the bolts -1 and 4-.

-- Release the retainer -3- in direction of -arrow-.

-- Pivot the instrument cluster -2- toward the rear.

-- Disconnect the connectors:

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For the fiber-optic cable
For the instrument cluster

-- Seal the open wiring harness connector -2- of the fiber-optic cable with the Fiber-Optic Repair Set - Connector Protective Caps: VAS6223/9 -1-.

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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.