62 11 280 Removing and installing (replacing) instrument cluster

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with 61 35... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

NOTE: Extend steering wheel completely and lower.

Tape off instrument panel trim (1) and upper steering column casing (2) with crepe tape.

Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Panel Trim And Upper Steering Column Casing

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Release screws (1).

Carefully pull back instrument cluster (2).

Disconnect associated plug connection.

Remove instrument cluster (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Instrument Cluster

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Replacement:

Carry out programming/coding using appropriate BMW scan tool.