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Instrument Cluster, Replacement






Instrument Cluster, Replacement

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System (VAS 5051B)

Work procedure "replace instrument cluster" contains the following scope of work:

If a new instrument cluster is installed in the vehicle, the Instrument Cluster Control Module (J285) must be adjusted to the various equipment characteristics and corresponding version for that country.

To adapt the integrated Anti-theft immobilize control module (J362) with the Engine Control Module (J623) (ECM), it is necessary to save the data from the engine control module in the replacement instrument cluster.

Also, all ignition keys must be adapted after installation of a new instrument cluster.

Procedure

- Connect the (VAS 5051B).

- Select "Guided Fault Finding" in the (VAS 5051B).

- Use the GO TO button to select the "function/component selection" and the following menu options one after the other:

Body

Electrical Equipment

01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capable systems

Instrument Cluster

Instrument cluster functions

Instrument cluster, adaptation/replacing