Replacing the trim panel for the instrument panel
Preliminary work
- Refer to ADJUSTING THE STEERING COLUMN POSITION .
- Refer to REMOVING CUP HOLDER .
- Refer to REMOVING THE CENTER ARMREST STORAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM .
- Refer to REMOVING THE CENTER CONSOLE TRIM .
- Refer to REMOVING THE DECORATIVE TRIM ON THE CENTER CONSOLE ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
- Refer to REMOVING THE WIRELESS CHARGING STORAGE .
- Refer to REMOVING THE OPERATING FACILITY IN THE CENTER CONSOLE .
- Refer to REMOVING THE STORAGE COMPARTMENT IN THE FRONT CENTER CONSOLE .
- Refer to REMOVING THE REAR CENTER CONSOLE TRIM .
- Refer to REMOVING THE CENTER CONSOLE .
- Refer to REMOVING THE SIDE PANEL ON THE LEFT DASHBOARD .
- Refer to REMOVING THE SIDE PANEL ON THE RIGHT DASHBOARD .
- Refer to REMOVING A-PILLAR TRIM PANEL, LEFT AND RIGHT .
- Refer to REMOVING LIGHT OPERATING UNIT .
- Refer to REMOVING THE TRIM PANEL FOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY .
- Refer to REMOVING LEFT FOLD-OUT COMPARTMENT .
- Refer to REMOVING THE DECORATIVE STRIP ON THE DASHBOARD ON THE LEFT .
- Refer to REMOVING RIGHT FOOTWELL TRIM .
- Refer to REMOVING THE DECORATIVE STRIP ON THE RIGHT DASHBOARD .
- Refer to REMOVING CENTRAL INFORMATION DISPLAY (CID) .
- Refer to REMOVING AIRBAG UNIT (M SPORT STEERING WHEEL) .
- Refer to REMOVING THE STEERING WHEEL/M SPORT STEERING WHEEL .
- Refer to REMOVING STEERING COLUMN SHROUD UPPER SECTION .
- Refer to REMOVING STEERING COLUMN SHROUD LOWER SECTION .
- Refer to REMOVING THE STEERING COLUMN SWITCH CLUSTER (SZL) .
- Refer to REMOVING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (KOMBI) .
- Refer to REMOVING THE AUDIO CONTROL UNIT .
- Refer to REMOVING THE SPEAKER TRIM AT THE DASHBOARD .
- Refer to REMOVING THE SPEAKER HOLDER ON THE DASHBOARD .
- Refer to REMOVING THE TRIM PANEL FOR THE DASHBOARD .
Removing the glove compartment damper
- Release the plug connection (1) from the dashboard and pull outward
- Release damper (1) from angle bracket (2) (slightly splay in direction of arrow)
- Open glove compartment lid
- Turn damper (1) slightly in clockwise direction and remove outward
- Guide the damper (1) out of the instrument panel
- Disconnect plug connection (3)
Remove glove box lid
Precondition
The glove box lid is open
- Slightly raise the glove box lid (1)
- Carefully bend the side sections (2) of the glove box lid (1) inwards so that the glove box lid (1) can be fed out of the dashboard
- Swivel the glove box lid (1) downwards until it is fed out at the hinges
Remove glove box light
- Lift out glove box light (1) at marked position (arrow)
- Disconnect associated plug connection
Removing the air ducts in the dashboard
- Disengage left air duct (1) at the detents (arrows)
- Disengage right air duct (1) at the detents (arrows)
- Disengage air ducts (1) at the detents (arrows)
- Disengage air ducts (1) upwards out of the detents (2)
- Feed out air ducts (1) and remove from dashboard
Removing front passenger airbag
WARNING: Pyrotechnic components Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!- All work on pyrotechnic parts may be carried out by technically experienced and appropriately trained personnel only
- Replace any damaged part or ones that have been dropped
- For additional information see: 72 00 SAFETY REGULATIONS on handling components with gas generators
WARNING: Airbag unit Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!- Before performing any work on the airbag, always disconnect the battery ground lead from the battery
- Airbag unit may only be set down with the cushion (airbag itself) facing upwards
- For additional information see: 72 00... SAFETY REGULATIONS on handling airbag system components/gas generators
- Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect
- Unclip the cable clip (2)
- Loosen screw (3)
- Unlock the front passenger airbag (1) in arrow direction and remove upwards
- Replace the trim panel for the instrument panel
Parts: Trim panel for the instrument panel
- Remove the wiring harness (1) and remount on the new trim panel for the instrument panel
Installing the front passenger airbag
WARNING: Airbag unit Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!- Before performing any work on the airbag, always disconnect the battery ground lead from the battery
- Airbag unit may only be set down with the cushion (airbag itself) facing upwards
- For additional information see: 72 00... SAFETY REGULATIONS on handling airbag system components/gas generators
WARNING: Pyrotechnic components Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!- All work on pyrotechnic parts may be carried out by technically experienced and appropriately trained personnel only
- Replace any damaged part or ones that have been dropped
- For additional information see: 72 00 SAFETY REGULATIONS on handling components with gas generators
- Correctly position the front passenger airbag (1) and lock in arrow direction
- Tighten down screw (3)TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
Front passenger airbag on dashboard trim Oval-head screw Tightening torque 2 Nm - Clip in the cable bracket (2)
- Connect plug connection (1) and lock
Installing the air ducts in the dashboard
- Guide the air ducts (1) into the dashboard and position
- Engage the air duct (1) on the detents (2) from the top
- Engage the air ducts (1) into the latch mechanisms (arrows)
- Engage the right air duct (2) on the detents (arrows)
- Engage the left air duct (1) on the detents (arrows)
Installing the glove box light
- Connect associated connector
- Install the glove box light (1)
Install glovebox cover
Precondition
The glove box lid is open
- Feed in the glove box lid (1) on the hinges and swivel upwards
- Carefully bend the side sections (2) of the glove box lid inwards (1) and feed into the instrument panel
Installing the glove compartment dampers
- Connect plug (3)
- Feed the damper (1) into the dashboard
- Open glove compartment lid
- Install the damper (1) and slightly twist in counterclockwise direction
- Engage the damper (1) at the angle bracket (2)
- Install the plug (1) and fasten it to the dashboard