Instrument Cluster With Instrument Cluster Control Module -J285-, Removing And Installing, Instrument Cluster High: Removing

-- Remove the instrument cluster trim. Refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TRIM, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Switch off the ignition.

-- Vehicle equipment version with mechanical ignition switch: Remove the key.

-- Vehicle equipment version with electronic ignition switch: Remove the key from the vehicle.

-- Remove the driver side instrument panel cover. Refer to DRIVER SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the bolts -arrows-.

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-- Guide both :T40207  between the instrument panel and instrument cluster and attach at the openings as shown.

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-- Using both :T40207  , carefully remove the instrument cluster -1- from the retainers in the direction of -arrow- and tilt toward the rear.

-- Disconnect the connectors:

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1. For the instrument cluster
2. For the fiber-optic cable
3. For the antenna

-- Seal the open wiring harness connector -2- of the fiber-optic cable with the :VAS6223/9  -1-.

Fig 1: Fiber-Optic Cable Harness Connector And Protective Cap For Cable Connector VAS 6223/9

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The protective cap prevents contamination of or mechanical damage to the front surface of the fiber-optic cable which would impair light transmission.

-- Remove the instrument cluster between the steering wheel and the instrument panel.