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) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Extend steering wheel completely and lower
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Carry out this operation carefully so as to avoid damaging the instrument panel.

Release screws (1). Tightening torque: 1.5 N.m.

Pull instrument cluster (2) forward slightly in direction of arrow.

Disconnect associated plug connection.

Feed out/unclip associated wiring harness.

Remove instrument cluster (2).

Fig 1: Removing Instrument Cluster And Screws

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Replacement:

Carry out vehicle PROGRAMMING/CODING .

Check values for Condition Based Service (CBS) and correct if necessary.