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Instrument Cluster, Replacing



Instrument Cluster From M.Y. 2000, Replacing

NOTE: The following OBD program procedure applies only to Golf/Jetta/GTI from m.y. 2000 and is performed in conjunction with removal and replacement.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items needed







- VAS 5051/5052 Vehicle Diagnostic Testing and Information System
- Adapter cable VAS 5051/1 or VAS 5051/3

CAUTION: Switch off all electrical consumers.

VAS 5051/5052, connecting
- Engage parking brake.
- Automatic transmission: Selector lever in "N" or "P" position.
- Manual transmission: Selector lever in "Neutral"position.







- With ignition switched off, connect VAS 5051/5052 with adapter cable to Data Link Connector (DLC) located under the instrument panel, left.
- Switch on ignition
- Select mode "Guided Fault Finding"
- Enter appropriate model, equipment and model year information and press ">" to confirm.

After all Control Modules have been registered and DTC memories checked,
- Select "Go to"
- Select "Function / Component Selection"
- Select "Body"
- Select "Electrical System"
- Select "01-Systems capable of self-diagnosis"
- Select "Instrument panel" or "dash panel insert" where indicated
- Select "Functions"
- Select "Replacing instrument cluster with immobilizer 3.gen" or "Instrument cluster, replacing" as applicable.
- Forward with "square" button
- Follow/perform selected OBD program steps as prompted by tester.