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

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

-- Remove the light switch. Refer to LIGHT SWITCH -E1-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove The Instrument Cluster Frame. Refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FRAME, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the bolts -1 and 3-.

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-- 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-.

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

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NOTE:

The Protective Cap Prevents Contamination Of Or Mechanical Damage To The Front Surface Of The Fiber-Optic Cable Which Would Impair Light Transmission.

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

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