Remove Head Unit
Preliminary work
- Deactivate the 48 v ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
- Disconnect all battery GROUND LEADS .
- Remove center dashboard DECORATIVE STRIP .
- Remove the radio operating unit and the air conditioning CONTROL PANEL .
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Electrostatic discharge.
Damage to or destruction of electrical components.
Electrostatic discharge.
Damage to or destruction of electrical components.
- Leave the electrical components in their original packaging until they are being installed. Only use the original packaging for returning the product. Always package removed components straight away.
- Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool 12 7 060.
- Only tap the housings of electrical components. Do not tap pins or multi-pin connectors directly.
- Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
- For additional information, see: NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the head unit.
The hard disk of the head unit can be damaged by vibrations.
Damage to the head unit.
The hard disk of the head unit can be damaged by vibrations.
- Carry out mechanical work on the head unit and adjacent components with care.
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the head unit.
The plug connections of the head unit must not be disconnected if the battery is still connected.
Damage to the head unit.
The plug connections of the head unit must not be disconnected if the battery is still connected.
- Disconnect all batteries.
NOTE:
Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details.
- Loosen screws (1).
- Guide head unit (2) out of the instrument panel.
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the instrument cluster (KOMBI) or the head unit
A ground offset can occur when releasing and connecting the cables. This can generate currents that render the instrument cluster (KOMBI) or the head unit unusable.
Damage to the instrument cluster (KOMBI) or the head unit
A ground offset can occur when releasing and connecting the cables. This can generate currents that render the instrument cluster (KOMBI) or the head unit unusable.
- When releasing: First release the APIX data cable (blue).
- When connecting: Connect the APIX data cable (blue) last.
- Unlock and disconnect all the connectors in the marked area on the head unit (1) in the correct disassembly sequence.
- RISK OF DAMAGE
- Unlock the detent (1) and remove the cable clip (2).
- Unlock and disconnect connector (3).
- Remove head unit (4).