BMW 7 Series: Instrument Cluster
Removing And Installing/Replacing Instrument Cluster
Notes
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic
damage (ESD
PROTECTION ).
Necessary preliminary work
- Disconnect BATTERY GROUND CABLE
- Disconnect both negative battery cables atF03
- Move steering column completely towards rear
- If necessary, tape off cover to protect against damage
Insert special tool 64 1 030 in each case in second slot, on left and right,
of instrument cluster (2).
Feed special tool 64 1 030 into clamp (1) and pull downward.
Feed out instrument cluster (2) in direction of arrow.
Fig. 1: Removing Instrument Cluster
Disconnect plug connections (1) and remove instrument cluster (2).
Fig. 2: Identifying Cluster With Plug Connections
Installation note:
Retaining tabs (1) of dashboard (2) must be exactly seated in mountings of
dashboard.
Fig. 3: Identifying Dashboard With Tabs
Replacement
Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING.
Check values for Condition Based Service (CBS) and correct if necessary.
If necessary, adjust HEAD-UP DISPLAY.
READ NEXT:
ADJUSTING HEAD-UP DISPLAY
NOTE: Vehicles with head-up displays are fitted with special windscreens.
These windscreens are marked with the letters "HUD" on the outside at the
bottom right below the se
Instruments - Special Tools
VADAPTER
Adapter MW
Note: (Adapter 15/20-pin) only for oil service - Replaced by 62 1 140, July
94
Storage Location
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ADAPTER
Adapter MW
Note: For instrument panel
Sto
SEE MORE:
Input/output - Outside Mirrors
Fig. 88: Outside Mirrors Input/Output System Diagram
COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION CHART
Instrument cluster
Footwell module FRM
Outside temperature sensor
Junction box electronics JB
Outside mirror, passenger's side
Mirror adjustment switch in driver's door switch clu
Park Distance Control
The Park Distance Control of the F01/F02 is identifiable by the five
ultrasonic sensors on the front bumper. The
fifth sensor enables a high level of reliability in obstacle recognition to be
achieved despite the large front end
of the F01.
Fig. 136: F01/F02 Front Bumper Wit