Removing Main Wiring Harness - Centre Console

Disconnect the battery → WM 9000IN WORK INSTRUCTIONS AFTER DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY (ALL MODELS) .

Remove dashboard bracket → Removing bracket for the dashboard .

Remove heater/air-conditioning unit → Removing Heater/Air-Conditioning Unit .

Remove centre console → Removing Centre Console .

1. Unscrew fastening screws -Arrows A-  and remove brackets -Arrows B-  .
   Fig 1: Removing Centre Console Brackets

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2. Fold down floor carpeting at centre console -Arrows C-  .
3. Release securing clip -Arrow A-  and open up -Arrow B-  .
   Fig 2: Removing Securing Clip

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4. Remove connector from airbag triggering unit -Arrow C-  .
5. Release connector -Arrow A-  and disconnect it from the ESP multiple sensor -Arrow B-  .
   Fig 3: Removing Connector From Airbag Triggering Unit

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6. Release plug connection -Arrow C-  and disconnect -Arrow D-  .
7. Unscrew fastening nuts -1-  and remove both ground straps together with twist locks -a- -arrow-  .
   Fig 4: Removing Ground Straps

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8. Release covers of both wiring ducts -Arrow A-  and open them -Arrow B-  .
   Fig 5: Removing Wiring Ducts Cover

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9. Unclip wire harness -Arrow A-  and pull it up and out -Arrows B-  .
   Fig 6: Pulling Wire Harness Up And Out

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