Instrument Cluster, Removing & Installing

Instrument Cluster, Removing and Installing

CAUTION! Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:

Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.
Switch the ignition off.
Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap.
On vehicles equipped with Audi Telematics by OnStar, switch-off the emergency (backup) battery for the Telematic/Telephone Control Module prior to disconnecting vehicle battery.
After reconnecting vehicle battery, re-code and check operation of anti-theft radio. Also check operation of clock and power windows according to Repair Manual and/or Owner's Manual.
After reconnecting vehicle battery on vehicles equipped with Audi Telematics by OnStar, switch-on the emergency (backup) battery for the Telematic/Telephone Control Module.

NOTE:
Instrument cluster cannot be disassembled.
It is not necessary to remove the steering wheel. The steering wheel is shown removed in the following illustrations for clarity only.
Before removing the instrument cluster, check DTC memory.
Use the VAG 1551 or VAG1552 Scan Tool (ST) to check the Service Reminder Indicator (SRI) and odometer readings and record the displayed values

Removing

- Using steering column adjustment, pull steering wheel out as far as it will go and move it to the lowest position.






- Push both covers -arrows- in and remove cover from instrument cluster.






- Remove both screws.
- Pull instrument cluster out toward front.
- Cut cable ties on back of instrument cluster.
- Release retaining tabs on connectors and disconnect.

Installing

- Connect electrical connectors and secure wiring harness on back of instrument cluster using cable ties.
- Install instrument cluster in reverse order of removal.
- After installing, check operation.

If OK:

- Transfer and initiate all applicable input values