Instrument Cluster -KX2-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, ALL-DIGITAL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER: Removing
-- Make a mark on the :T10389 with the dimension -a- using fabric-reinforced adhesive tape, for example.
- Dimension -a- : 46.5 mm
-- Position the steering wheel as far back and down as possible. Use the entire adjustment range of the steering column adjustment for this.
-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical equipment.
-- Move the ignition key outside of the vehicle to prevent switching on the ignition unintentionally.
-- Unclip the upper steering column trim panel from the lower steering column trim panel. Refer to UPPER STEERING COLUMN TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
-- Remove the driver side instrument panel decorative trim. Refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TRIM, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
-- Remove the bolts -2-.
Carefully insert the :T10389 between the Instrument Cluster -KX2- -1- and the instrument panel until the marking on the assembly tool is flush with the instrument cluster.
-- Turn the :T10389 90° so that the >>hook<< on the assembly tool engages into the recess on the Instrument Cluster -KX2- -1-.
The Instrument Cluster -KX2- is engaged in the instrument panel. A greater amount of force is necessary for removal.
-- Loosen the Instrument Cluster -KX2- -1- from the instrument cluster catches using the :T10389 .
-- Repeat the procedure on the other side of the Instrument Cluster -KX2-.
-- Pull the Instrument Cluster -KX2- out until the connectors are accessible.
-- Disconnect the connector.
-- To disconnect the connector, press the catch -1-.
-- Pivot the retaining bracket in the direction of -arrow- and disconnect the connector.
-- Release and disconnect the connector for the MOST bus.
-- Insert the :VAS6223/9 -1- onto the MOST bus connector -2-.
-- Remove the Instrument Cluster -KX2- between the steering wheel and the instrument panel.