62 11 280 Removing and installing (replacing) instrument cluster

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD PROTECTION) .

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Carry out this operation carefully so as to avoid damaging the instrument panel.

Extend steering wheel completely and lower.

Release screws (1). Tightening torque 62 11 1AZ .

Pull instrument cluster (2) forward slightly in direction of arrow.

Disconnect associated plug connection.

If necessary, feed out/unclip associated wiring harness.

Remove instrument cluster (2).

Fig 1: Removing Instrument Cluster

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Replacement:

Carry out vehicle programming and encoding.

Check values for Condition Based Service (CBS) and correct if necessary.