Removing the instrument cluster (KOMBI)
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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: 61 35... NOTES ON ESD (ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE) PROTECTION .
Preliminary work
- DEACTIVATING THE 48 V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
- DISCONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS .
- REMOVING THE SIDE PANEL ON THE LEFT DASHBOARD .
- REMOVING THE DECORATIVE STRIP ON THE DASHBOARD ON THE LEFT .
- REMOVING THE SIDE PANEL ON THE RIGHT DASHBOARD .
- REMOVING THE DECORATIVE STRIP ON THE RIGHT DASHBOARD .
- REMOVING STEERING COLUMN SHROUD UPPER SECTION .
- Loosen screws (1).
- Feed out instrument cluster (KOMBI).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.
- Unlock the blue plug connection (2) and disconnect.
- Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.