Take this opportunity to inspect the unit and make sure nothing looks out of the ordinary, and if you feel so inclined give the
dashboard hole a clean, and inspect your wiring
From here on it's just a case of reinserting the unit. Start by replacing the unit, using the same one corner in method, connect the data cables, move onto
the other corner
Next, screw in the four mounting screws for the unit so that it sits solid as it will in final installation. Connect the battery/reinstall fuses. Turn on the ignition and check the following;
The turbo gauge returns to 0 before engine start
Turn on your hazard lights and make sure the indicators on dash work
Turn on sidelights verify backlight operation
Check all external running lights, brake lights, indicators, any other critical electrical systems. Remember you may have been just in the dash but you may have disturbed something else!
At this point I setup my GPS system to allow me to test the speedometer and make sure it was operating correctly. I recommend testing 30mph, 40mph, 60mph, and 70mph speeds. And remember, safety first, if you do use a satnav unit, try and get someone to monitor the speed for you so you can focus on your driving!
After a quick run to verify speeds, the speedometer was verified operating correctly.
Now that the unit is installed and verified working, you can reattach the inner bezel, which will snap into place fairly easily. As before start with the top clips then the bottom
After the inner bezel is in place, you can go ahead and fit the glass into place. Again top clip first, bottom clips second. Also fit your securing screw at the top right and left of the glass.
Re-attach the shroud, being careful not to scratch the glass, once it is in place, hold it in position and screw it into place with the top screws first. I pulled the shroud forward a bit to stop it rattling against the main assembly.
Screw down the remaining two screws
Finally reattach the lower panel surround, and your done!
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