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Instrument Cluster, through MY 09






Instrument Cluster, through MY 09

Before removing the instrument cluster, perform the=> [ Instrument Cluster, Replacement ] Instrument Cluster, Replacement procedure to read out the data saved in the Instrument Cluster Control Module (J285).


Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers.

Remove the key.

Removal

It is not necessary to remove the steering wheel.

- Pull the steering wheel all the way out and then lower as far down as it will go.

- Remove the upper section of the steering column trim.

- Remove the bolts - arrows -.






The fixed electrical connection to the instrument cluster is disconnected automatically when the cluster is pulled out of the instrument panel opening. Harness connector is installed permanently in vehicle and is disconnected automatically when pulling out instrument cluster.

- Pull the instrument cluster back out of the instrument panel while being careful of the connected wires.

Installation

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.