Instrument cluster, removing and installing: Removing
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WARNING:
Special safety precautions apply to vehicles equipped with airbags. Refer to 69 - PASSENGER PROTECTION - AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS .
CAUTION:
- Switch off all electrical consumers.
- Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.
NOTE:
- Removal of instrument cluster is possible without removing the steering wheel. In the following instructions, the steering wheel is shown removed for ease of illustration only.
- All: Observe "Notes on replacing instrument cluster". Refer to Notes on replacing instrument cluster
- From m.y 2000: "Notes on replacing instrument cluster". Refer to Notes on replacing instrument cluster .
If replacing a malfunctioning instrument cluster with a new one, note odometer reading on existing cluster prior to removal.
- Release steering wheel position lock, pull steering wheel out completely and lock again in lowest position.
- Release cover -1- from clips and place on steering column switch -2- upper cover.
- Remove screws -arrows-.
- Pull instrument cluster out slightly and disconnect electrical connections on rear.
- Separate wiring harness for blue 32-pin multi-pin connector from retainer on rear of instrument cluster (where applicable).
- Remove instrument cluster.