62 11 280 Removing and Installing (Replacing) Instrument Cluster
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IMPORTANT:
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection
). Refer to 61 35... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE)
(Coupe) and/or 61 35... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE)
(Convertible).
IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage!
Carry out this operation carefully so as to avoid damaging the instrument panel.
Extend steering wheel completely and lower.
Release screws (1). Tightening torque; see 62 11 1AZ in 62 11 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Pull instrument cluster (2) forward slightly in direction of arrow.
Disconnect associated plug connection.
If necessary, feed out/unclip associated wiring harness.
Remove instrument cluster (2).
Replacement:
Carry out vehicle programming/coding for BMW/MINI service functions in Progman.
Check values for Condition Based Service (CBS ) and correct if necessary. See 61 00... DIAGNOSIS FOR CONDITION BASED SERVICE (Coupe) and/or 61 00... DIAGNOSIS FOR CONDITION BASED SERVICE (Convertible).