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Retrofit video system monitor - AZ82.60-P-0004-02A

Models 163.136/154/172 1A as of 145273, Models 163.136 /154 /172 1X as of 708319, Models 163.113/128 /157 /174 /175 1#, with power tilting/sliding roof in glass version, code 414a 

  1. Measure from the corner (1) of the tilting/ sliding roof frame (2) the dimension (a=410 mm) to the middle of the tilting/ sliding roof frame and mark the frame.

    IMPORTANT Do NOT mark the headliner. By cross-measuring from the other corner check whether the mark is in the center.

    Fig 1: Identifying Corner Of Tilting/ Sliding Roof Frame
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  2. Align the V-shaped cutout (3) on the rear side of the monitor bracket (4) at the marking on the tilting/sliding roof frame.

    IMPORTANT Leading edge of bracket to be flush with rear edge (5) of tilting/ sliding roof cutout.

  3. Use monitor bracket (4) as template for marking headliner.

    IMPORTANT Do NOT mark or break out the rear edge (5) of the tilting/sliding roof cutout.

    IMPORTANT To mark the headliner use the rear side of the bracket. Mark headliner at side along the bracket as far as the front incisions (6) and the rear incision (7). Mark inside of incision (6) to determine the leading edge of the monitor cutout. Mark inside of rear incision (7) to determine rear edge of monitor cutout. Complete front and rear mark of the cutout using straightedge.

    Fig 2: Identifying V-Shaped Cutout On Rear Side Of Monitor Bracket
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  4. Remove marked area of the headliner.

    IMPORTANT Close paneling of the sliding/pop-up roof to prevent damage.

    IMPORTANT In order not to damage the headliner if the blade slips, cut inward starting from the corners. NEVER remove the cutout until the headliner has been severed completely along the mark.

  5. Fasten monitor wiring harness (8) at the white adhesive tape markings using the available clips (9) and the attached, self-adhesive foamed material (10) to the right-hand A-pillar.
  6. Route monitor wiring harness at top between the headliner and vehicle roof, next to the shock absorber at the right-hand A-pillar.

    IMPORTANT Carefully pull headliner downward. Do not tear or bend headliner.

    Fig 3: Identifying Self-Adhesive Foamed Material, Monitor Wiring Harness And Clips
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  7. Route monitor wiring harness (8) next to the existing wiring harness (11).
  8. Route monitor wiring harness in a curve to the monitor cutout in the headliner.

    IMPORTANT Approximately 160 mm of the wiring harness should hang out of the monitor cutout.

  9. Secure wiring harness to headliner using self-adhesive foamed material (12) supplied.

    IMPORTANTAs of VIN A289565, X754620:  Ensure that wiring harness does not affect window airbag function.

    IMPORTANT Route wiring harness as flat as possible.

    Fig 4: Identifying Self-Adhesive Foamed Material, Monitor Wiring Harness And Existing Wiring Harness
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  10. Apply straightedge to the marking in the center of the tilting/ sliding roof frame and mark the crossmember.

    IMPORTANT Use marking (13) to center the monitor bracket. Only mark the two ribs that are visible if the headliner is pressed against the cross member.

  11. Remove the protective foil from the strip of adhesive tape on the monitor bracket.
    Fig 5: Identifying Mark On Center Monitor Bracket
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  12. Adhere bracket to crossmember ribs.

    IMPORTANT Align the center incision of the monitor bracket (4) to the front marking on the crossmember. Guide lugs (15) of the bracket latch at front in the grooves of the crossmember.

  13. Route monitor wiring harness (8) through opening (16) in rear area of bracket.
  14. Provide bore hole with Ø = 5 mm through bracket and cross member of sliding/pop-up roof frame.

    IMPORTANT Use guide hole (17) provided in the bracket. To prevent damage to the vehicle roof, limit drilling depth to 10 mm. Cover interior to collect the chips.

  15. Rivet bracket with rivet supplied to crossmember of tilting/sliding roof frame.
    Fig 6: Identifying Guide Hole, Guide Lugs And Monitor Wiring Harness
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  16. Provide four further bore holes with Ø = 5 mm through bracket and crossmember of tilting/sliding roof frame.

    IMPORTANT Use guide holes (18) provided in the bracket. To prevent damage to the vehicle roof, limit drilling depth to 10 mm. Cover interior to collect the chips.

  17. Rivet bracket with rivets supplied to crossmember of tilting/ sliding roof frame.

    IMPORTANT 4 rivets.

  18. Install edge guard for sliding/pop-up roof cutout in headliner.
  19. Insert monitor wiring harness into video monitor unit (19).
  20. Open video display (20) and remote control storage compartment (21).
    Fig 7: Identifying Video Display, Video Monitor Unit And Remote Control Storage Compartment
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  21. Secure video monitor unit (19) to bracket.

    IMPORTANT Do NOT overtighten mounting screws.

    IMPORTANT Use guide pins of video monitor unit to locate the installation position and secure at 4 points (22) with bolts provided.

  22. Close video display (20) and remote control storage compartment (21).