Instrument Cluster Removal/Installation: Notes

CAUTION:

If configuration is not performed when the instrument cluster is replaced with a new one, the vehicle specification information is not stored in the instrument cluster and the system will not operate normally.
When performing configuration, it is necessary to read the vehicle specification information from the instrument cluster before replacing it. Connect the M-MDS to the vehicle and perform vehicle identification before removing the instrument cluster. The vehicle specification information is temporarily stored in the M-MDS.

NOTE:

The instrument cluster prior to replacement stores the vehicle specification information.
A new instrument cluster does not store any vehicle specification information.
If the vehicle specification information from the instrument cluster prior to replacement cannot be read, perform the configuration using As-Built data.

When replacing the instrument cluster, perform the configuration. (Refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CONFIGURATION (USING READ/WRITE FUNCTION) .)
NOTE:
- If reading of the vehicle specification information cannot be performed, perform the configuration using As-Built data after replacing the instrument cluster. (Refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CONFIGURATION (USING AS-BUILT DATA) .)
Disconnect the negative battery terminal. (Refer to NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Remove the following parts:
1. Glove compartment (Refer to GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Passenger-side decoration panel (Refer to DECORATION PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Upper column cover (Refer to COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Meter hood No. 1 (Refer to METER HOOD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the screws.

Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Cluster And Screws
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
CAUTION:
- When removing the instrument cluster, the instrument cluster may contact the light switch, wiper switch, or the start stop unit and the instrument cluster may be scratched. When removing the instrument cluster, cover the light switch, wiper switch, and start stop unit using a rag.
Cover the light switch, wiper and washer switch, and start stop unit using a rag to prevent scratches.

Fig 2: Covering Light Switch, Wiper And Washer Switch And Start Stop Unit Using Rag
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Pull the instrument cluster outward to detach it from the dashboard pins.

Fig 3: Pulling Instrument Cluster Outward
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Rotate the instrument cluster in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.

Fig 4: Rotating Instrument Cluster
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Disconnect the connectors.

Fig 5: Disengaging Clip Tabs From Instrument Cluster
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Rotate the clip approx. 90 degrees, pull it in the direction shown by the arrow in the figure, and disengage the clip tabs from the instrument cluster.
CAUTION:
- If the instrument cluster is left for a long time with its screen facing down, grease applied to the needles may spill and the needles may not operate smoothly. When storing the instrument cluster, store it with its screen facing upward.
Fig 6: Caution - When Storing Instrument Cluster, Store It With Its Screen Facing Upward
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the instrument cluster by sliding it between the dashboard and the steering.

Fig 7: Removing Instrument Cluster
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
- If writing of the vehicle specification information cannot be performed, perform the configuration using As-Built data after replacing the instrument cluster. (Refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CONFIGURATION (USING AS-BUILT DATA) .)