Removing Main Wiring Harness - Centre Console

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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 .

Unscrew fastening screws -Arrows A- and remove brackets -Arrows B- .

Fig 1: Removing Centre Console Brackets
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Fold down floor carpeting at centre console -Arrows C- .
Release securing clip -Arrow A- and open up -Arrow B- .

Fig 2: Removing Securing Clip
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Remove connector from airbag triggering unit -Arrow C- .
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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Release plug connection -Arrow C- and disconnect -Arrow D- .
Unscrew fastening nuts -1- and remove both ground straps together with twist locks -a- -arrow- .

Fig 4: Removing Ground Straps
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Release covers of both wiring ducts -Arrow A- and open them -Arrow B- .

Fig 5: Removing Wiring Ducts Cover
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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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