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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2012JETTA TDI, 4D SEDAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 123 (INSTRUMENTS (CONVERTIBLE))90 INSTRUMENTSREMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONINSTRUMENT CLUSTER -KX2REMOVAL

2012 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans

Instrument Cluster -KX2-: Removal

2012 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard TransSECTION Removal

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-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers and remove the ignition key.

It is not necessary to remove the steering wheel.

-- Pull the steering wheel all the way out and then lower as far down as it will go.

-- Remove the instrument cluster frame, refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the screws -2- and -3-.

Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Cluster And Screws

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-- Pull the instrument cluster -1- back out of the instrument panel while being careful of the connected wires.

-- Move the securing clip -1- in direction of the -arrow- and disconnect the connector -2-.

Fig 2: Identifying Clip -1- Secured In -Direction Of Arrow- And Disconnect Connector -2-

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-- Remove the instrument cluster from the vehicle.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.