Infotainment System Display, Removing And Installing: Installing

2018 Audi A5 Quattro Prestige, 2D ConvertibleSECTION Installing
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-- Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

-- Protect the new display with film.

-- Only use new original screws for the screws -2-. Refer to the Parts Information.

GWWA91-11977Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Always pay attention to the wiring guide and wire mount on the display kinematics support.

GWWA91-12072Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC
  1. 8-Pin Connector -T8e-, Drive Display
  2. 4-Pin Connector -T4ao-, Display
  3. 8-Pin Connector -T8ai-, Display

-arrows- : wire mounts

NOTE:

For the correct routing of the wiring guide to the display, move the display out of the service position and open completely if necessary.

If the display kinematics support is being replaced:

-- Use a new display cover. Refer to Parts Information.

-- Move the display out of the service position using output diagnostic test mode. Refer to Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

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