62 11 070 Replace Encoding Connector

2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION 62 11 070 Replace Encoding Connector
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Removing instrument cluster, break open retaining frame with screwdriver and remove encoding connector.

Fig 1: Removing Encoding Connector
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Insert encoding connector and clip in new retaining frame.

CAUTION: The new encoding connector must be checked against the instrument cluster, refer to 62 10 000 CHECK FUNCTION OF INSTRUMENT CLUSTERΒ  Tests 15 and 09.
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