Removing and installing radio and A/C control panel

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 340 

Attention! 

Risk of damage!

A hard disk is installed in the Car Information Computer (CIC).

Carry out mechanical work on the CIC and adjacent components with care.

Avoid subjecting the CIC to vibration/shocks.

Attention! 

Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Attention! 

Carry out installation in a dust-free workshop area only.

To avoid damage, do not touch or dirty the display area.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove DECORATIVE STRIP ON DASHBOARD IN MIDDLE .

Insert special tool 00 9 340  as illustrated.

Carefully lever out trim (1) towards front and unclip.

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Remove cover (2).

Installation note: 

Retaining lugs and guides must not be missing or damaged.

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Release all screws (arrow).

Pull control panel (1) forwards slightly.

Unlock associated plug connections and disconnect.

Remove the control panel (1).

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