Instrument Cluster / Carrier: Service and Repair

Instrument Cluster, Removing And Installing


NOTE:
- Do not disassemble instrument cluster.
- Removing the steering wheel is not required. For clarity, the steering wheel does not appear in the following illustrations.
- Check DTC memory before removing the instrument cluster.
- Also check and write down values of the service display and the odometer reading via the VAG1551 scan tool.


Removing

- Using the adjustment mechanism, move steering wheel fully out and downward.







- Tilt upper cover forward an remove upward.







- Flip trim -1- toward front.
- Remove both Phillips-head screws -2-.
- Pull out instrument cluster toward front.
- Cut cable ties at rear of instrument cluster.
- Unclip securing latches of connectors and disconnect connectors.

Installing

- Connect electrical harness connectors and affix wiring harness to rear of instrument cluster with cable ties.
- To install, perform the steps described for removal in reverse order.
- Perform a function test after installation.
- If function test is OK
observe notes for the replacement of the instrument cluster.