Installing The Dashboard
Installing the dashboard
Installing the dashboard
Note! Before installation: Check that all components are correctly installed.
Note! Two people are required for this operation.
- Check the rubber mounting in the center of the bodywork
- Route the wiring to the correct locations
- Route the cable to "airmix"
- Align the dashboard carefully.
Install:
- the upper screw by hand
- the screw for the passenger airbag module in the glove compartment
- the remaining screws.
Check the positioning of the dashboard.
Tighten the screw. Tighten to 12 Nm.
Installing the plug and the glove compartment panel
Install the plug on the right-hand side.
Hook the glove compartment panel into place. Install two screws.
Installing the loudspeaker and loudspeaker grille on the passenger side
Install:
- the connector in the loudspeaker
- the loudspeaker in the dashboard.
Note! See the illustration for the location.
Install the rear edge of the loudspeaker grille and press the front edge into position.
Note! Start on the right-hand side.
Securing the dashboard (right-hand side)
Install:
- the dashboard against the rear mounting (align the plug on older models)
- the two screws on the front.
Installing the wiring (driver's side)
Note! Applies to model year 2000- carsInstall the central electronic module (CEM) before connecting the wiring to the fusebox.
Connect the wiring to the fusebox.
Hint: The color of the cable connector must correspond to the color on the fusebox.
Installing the central electronic module (CEM)
Install the central electronic module (CEM).
Install two screws.
Installing the dashboard bracket and the hood catch
Install:
- the bracket and install the upper screw by hand
- the hood catch and two screws
- the screw for the dashboard in the bracket.
Tighten the screws and nuts for the console. Tighten to 10 Nm.
Tighten the dashboard screw (A). Tighten to 12 Nm. Install the plug.
Installing the (lower) panel on the A-post
Install the panel and hook it into place.
Install the blind cover plug.
Installing the loudspeaker and loudspeaker grille on the driver's side
Install:
- the connector in the loudspeaker
- the loudspeaker in the dashboard.
Note! See the illustration for the location.
Cars with ECC:
- Install the sun sensor.
Install the rear edge of the loudspeaker grille and press the front edge into position
Installing the cable for the odometer on the dashboard (mechanical speedometer)
Insert the cable and the plastic bracket through the dashboard console.
Press the cable into place so that the clip secures the plastic bracket.
Installing connectors and cables in the dashboard
Install:
- the right connector (gray)
- the two clips on the bracket.
Secure the cable using a tie strap.
Installing the fog lamp relay
Note! Only applies to model year -1999 cars
Connect the connector. Install the relay.
Install the screw.
Installing the VGLA relay (unit)
Note! Only applies to model year 2000- cars
Connect the connector. Install the relay.
Install the screw.
Installing the combined instrument panel
Position the combined instrument panel.
Check that the connectors and the speedometer cable (if applicable) are correct for the combined instrument panel.
Press the combined instrument panel into place.
Install:
- the surround around the combined instrument panel
- the two screws (B) without sharp tips.
Lift up the steering shaft.
Install the two screws (A). Tighten to 21 Nm.
Installing and adjusting the "airmix" control cable
- Position the inner cable over the pin for the valve
- Set the selector to "cold"
- Slide the air valve to "cold" (lever down). Pull back the outer cable and press it into the clamp
- Check the function.
Connecting the SRS passenger airbag module
Route the cable and connect the connector to the passenger airbag module.
Installing front center console
Install:
- the center console
- the two screws at the rear edge
- the bulbs
- the panel for the gear selector lever.
Installing the rear center console
Install:
- the bracket
- the two screws on the reverse
- the seal and the screw at the front
- the waste paper basket or drinks holder.
Installing the ECC unit
Note! Cars with ECC only.
Install the unit. Connect the hose.
Connect the connector.
Positioning the control panel for the heater system
Note! Applies only to cars with ECC.
Position the control panel.
Install two screws at the top edge.
Installing the dashboard center console
Route the wiring. Connect the connector.
Install the console.
Install the two upper screws.
Tighten the control panel for the heating system.
Install the lower screw.
Installing the control panel for the heater system
Cars with ECC:
- Install the front panel. Press it into place.
Cars with MCC:
- Install the front panel
- Press the selector knobs into position.
Installing the ashtray
Install:
- the connectors for the cigarette lighter and lighting
- the bracket
- the two screws (A)
- the ashtray.
Installing the radio and storage compartment
Install:
- the storage compartment if applicable
- the connector and the antenna switch
- the radio.
Pull the radio to ensure that it is secure.
Installing the side panel on the center console
Install the panels on both sides of the center console. See Center console panels Removal and Replacement.
Installing the panel on the dashboard on the driver's side
Install:
- the wiring for the courtesy lighting
- the panel. Tighten
- the blind cover plug.
Installing the panel on the dashboard on the driver's side (2000-)
Install the panel at the lower edge of the guide rail.
Press the panel into place using the clips.
Check that the clips are secure.
Final check
Note! When all components have been reinstalled and secured, proceed as follows:
- First switch on the ignition
- Connect the battery negative terminal
- Check that the SRS warning light on the dashboard goes out.
Warning! Ensure that nobody is in the car when the battery is being connected.
- Enter the radio code
- Set the clock.