Instrument Cluster -KX2-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH ANALOG INSTRUMENTS: Notes

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Torque Screwdriver:V.A.G 1624

Fig 1: Identifying Torque Screwdriver VAG1624
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
Vehicle Diagnostic Tester

CAUTION:

All indicator lamps in the Instrument Cluster -KX2- have LEDs. LEDs cannot be replaced separately if faulty. The instrument cluster must be replaced.
Do not disassemble the Instrument Cluster -KX2-.
If the Instrument Cluster -KX2- is replaced with the Instrument Cluster Control Module -J285-, start the respective function using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

General Description:

The following components are integrated in the Instrument Cluster -KX2- :

Instrument Cluster Control Module -J285-
Fuel Gauge -G1-
Speedometer -G21-
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge -G3-
Tachometer -G5-
Indicator lamps