Install the Headunit High (HU-H)

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Connect and lock the connector (3) to the head unit (4).
Correctly position the cable clip (2) and engage it with the detent (1).

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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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Connect and lock all the connectors in the marked area with head unit (1) in the correct assembly sequence.
All cables must be routed correctly.
Push the head unit (2) into the dashboard and tighten the screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Head unit to dashboard
screw	Tightening torque	1.8 Nm

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING RADIO OPERATING UNIT AND AIR CONDITIONING CONTROL PANEL .
Refer to INSTALLING THE DECORATIVE STRIP ON THE RIGHT DASHBOARD .
Refer to INSTALLING THE SIDE PANEL ON DASHBOARD ON THE RIGHT .
Refer to CONNECTING BATTERY GROUND LEAD .
Refer to ACTIVATING THE 48 V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .