Removing Trim Panel Under Dashboard

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To reduce the unclipping forces and thereby the risk of damage during removal, the removal steps must be carried out at the accessible connection points using a suitable tool.

Unscrew seven fastening screws -1- .

Fig 1: Identifying Trim Panel Under Dashboard Screws
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Unclip trim panel at the top -2- .

Fig 2: Unclipping Clips
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Remove trim panel -3- from the guide -4- (-A- ).

Fig 3: Removing Trim Panel
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Disconnect electric plug connection from the main headlight switch -A- .

Fig 4: Disconnecting Connector From Main Headlight Switch
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Release electric plug connection from parking brake switch -a- and disconnect it -A- .

Fig 5: Disconnecting Connector From Parking Brake Switch
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Release electric plug connection from diagnostic connector -a- and disconnect it -A- .

Fig 6: Disconnecting Diagnostic Connector
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