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90 – Gauges, instruments
1 Instrument cluster
Note
All warning lamps in instrument cluster are fitted with light-emitting
diodes. The instrument cluster must be renewed in the event of a
warning lamp failure.
1.1 Removing and installing instrument
cluster
Removing
Note
The instrument cluster must not be dismantled.
– If control unit is to be renewed, select the “Replace control unit”
function for appropriate control unit in ⇒ Vehicle diagnostic
tester.
– Continue to follow the instructions on the display of the vehicle
diagnostic tester.
– Move steering wheel down and to rear as far as possible,
making use of full range of steering column adjuster.
– Switch off ignition and take out ignition key.
– Remove trim panel (left-side) ⇒ Rep. gr. 70 .
– Remove trim panel with switch unit (right-side) ⇒ Rep. gr. 70 .
– Remove dash panel vents ⇒ Rep. gr. 70 .
– Unscrew bolts -arrows-.
Note
Attach a cloth with adhesive tape to steering column trim and
steering column levers to protect them from damage.
– Pull trim slightly away from instrument cluster.
– Unplug electrical connectors at instrument cluster trim.
– Engage turn signal switch in bottom switch position.
– Actuate “touch-wipe” function and detach trim for instrument
cluster (maintain wiper switch position).
Audi A8 2003 ➤
Electrical system - Edition 08.2014
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