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Left Instrument Panel Fuse Holder






Left Instrument Panel Fuse Holder

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1410)

Trim Removal Wedge (VAS 3409)

When removing and installing components in a visible area (switches, covers, trim, etc.), mask off the areas at which a prying tool ( (VAS 3409) , screwdriver) will be positioned, using commercially available adhesive tape.


Follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting and connecting the battery. Refer to => [ Disconnecting and Connecting Battery In Engine Compartment ] Disconnecting and Connecting Battery In Engine Compartment or => [ Disconnecting and Connecting Batteries In Luggage Compartment ] Disconnecting and Connecting Batteries In Luggage Compartment.

Removal

- Disconnect the battery. Refer to => [ Disconnecting and Connecting Battery In Engine Compartment ] Disconnecting and Connecting Battery In Engine Compartment or => [ Disconnecting and Connecting Batteries In Luggage Compartment ] Disconnecting and Connecting Batteries In Luggage Compartment.

- Remove storage compartment on driver's side.

- Remove side cover - 1 - of instrument panel, do this by inserting (VAS 3409) or a screwdriver into recess - 2 - and pry off cover - 1 - in - direction of arrow -.






- Remove fuse assignment card - 1 - from fuse panel - 2 -.






- Remove the screws - arrows - (4 Nm) and guide fuse panel - 1 - out toward inside, considering length of available cable.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

- Tighten the screws to the tightening specification. Refer to => [ Fuse Holder, Tightening Specifications ] Fuse Holder, Tightening Specifications.