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Combined Instrument Panel, Replacing

DRIVER INFORMATION MODULE (DIM), REPLACING

Preparations

Note! Read off data from the control module before replacing the control module. This is carried out via VIDA communication. The current data must be entered into the new control module after replacement.

Driver information module (DIM), replacing
Ignition off.



Remove the key.

Note! The key must be removed to ensure that the ignition is not switched on by mistake.

Note! After the key has been removed: Wait 1 minute before starting work.

Remove:
- the surround for the combined instrument panel by pulling it straight out.



- the 4 screws the connector
- the combined instrument panel.

Installing the driver information module (DIM)

Install:
In reverse order.

Finishing work
The customer parameters must be programmed after replacing the control module. The clock must also be reset. Finally, check that no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) were stored during replacement. Information about programming control modules and reading off diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) can be found under VIDA communication.