INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH Instrument Cluster Control Module -J285-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING: Removing

-- Adjust steering wheel downward and to rear as far as possible, use entire adjustment range of steering column adjustment for this.

-- Remove the Analog Clock -Y-, refer to CLOCK, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the instrument cluster trim, refer to Overview - Front Door Trim Panel .

-- Remove the driver side vents in the instrument panel, refer to Instrument Cluster Trim, Removing and Installing .

-- Remove the screws -1- and -4-.

Fig 1: Identifying Hook Tool

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-- Engage the Hook Tool T40207 through the opening -3- and in the gap -arrow-.

-- Pull the instrument cluster -2- out just far enough until it is touching the steering wheel.

-- Disconnect the connector -2- for the fiber-optic cable and the connector -1-.

Fig 2: Identifying Connectors

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-- Seal open wiring harness connector -2- with Fiber-Optic Repair Set - Connector Protective Caps VAS6223/9 -1-.

Fig 3: Identifying Fiber-Optic Cable Harness Connector And Protective Cap For Cable Connector VAS 6223/9

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-- To disconnect the connector, press the tab -1-, turn the retaining bracket in the direction of the -arrow- and remove the connector.

Fig 4: Identifying Catch And Retainer

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-- Remove the instrument cluster on the driver side between the steering wheel and the instrument panel.