Removing The Instrument Cluster (KOMBI)

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
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) .

Preliminary work

Deactivate the 48 v ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
Disconnect all battery GROUND LEADS .
Remove the left dashboard DECORATIVE STRIP .
Remove center dashboard DECORATIVE STRIP .

Unclip the trim panel (1) in the marked area.

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Loosen screws (1).

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Thread out the instrument cluster (KOMBI) (1) in the direction of the arrow.

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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.

When releasing: First release the APIX data cable (blue).
When connecting: Connect the APIX data cable (blue) last.

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Unlock the blue plug connection (2) and disconnect.
Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.