Removing and installing/replacing head-up display (Cooper Convertible)

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Attention!

Observe the INFORMATION on protection from electrostatic discharge.

Attention!

Comply with NOTES on handling optical fibers.

Risk of damage!

Do not hold the Head-Up Display by the heat sink.

If possible, do not touch the sound insulation on the Head-Up Display.

Do not touch the glass pane of the Head-Up Display if possible.

Preliminary work needed:

Remove instrument PANEL TRIM .

Removal:

Loosen screws.

Carefully feed Head-Up Display (1) out of support (2) towards top.

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Unlock connector (1) on underside of head-up display (2) and disconnect.

Remove head-up display (2).

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Installation:

Connect connector (1) on underside of head-up display (2).

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NOTE: Make sure installation position of Head-Up Display (1) relative to support (2) is correct.

Join Head-Up Display (1) with support (2).

Tighten the screws.

Tightening torque 62 30 1AZ .

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Required follow-up work:

Install instrument PANEL TRIM .

Replacement:

Carry out vehicle PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .