Removing Instrument Cluster

Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Cluster Installation Position

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If a new instrument cluster is to be installed, read out the values if possible from the instrument cluster. → Programming The Instrument Cluster
Loosen the steering wheel adjustment, put the steering wheel in the front-most and lowest position and lock the steering wheel adjustment.
Unscrew the two fastening screws -1- .

Fig 2: Removing Fastening Screws
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The instrument cluster is also secured in the dashboard with two retaining clips. Therefore, pull the instrument cluster abruptly forward and if necessary push instrument cluster away from dashboard from underneath.

Fig 3: Removing Instrument Cluster
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Release electrical connector on instrument cluster -A- and unplug it.
Pull out instrument cluster at the sides and to the left.