AUDI A4 1998 B5 / 1.G Instrument Cluster Location Diagram Through Model Year 1999 Workshop Manual

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Instrument cluster (through
M.Y. 1999)

Instrument cluster, removing and
installing


CAUTION!

Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap
before working on the electrical system.

Notes:

Before disconnecting the battery, determine the
correct coding for the anti-theft radio.
Once the battery is reconnected, check and
activate the vehicle's electrical equipment
(radio, clock, comfort and convenience
features, etc.) as outlined in this Repair Manual
or the Owner's Manual.
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Notes:

Check DTC memory ( Page 01
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removing the instrument cluster.

Use the VAG1551 scan tool to check the
Service Reminder Indicator (SRI) and odometer
readings and record the displayed values
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Two versions of the instrument cluster are
manufactured by various companies:

Raised version (Highline) with trip computer.
Standard version (Lowline) with mini-check
system.

- Using steering column adjustment, fully extend
steering wheel and move it to its lowest position.

- Pivot top cover toward front and lift off.
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- Pivot cover trim -1- away toward front.
- Remove screws -2-.
- Pull instrument cluster out, toward front.
- Cut open tie wraps on back of instrument cluster.
- Release retaining tabs on harness connectors and disconnect.
- Install in reverse order of removal.
- Check instrument cluster function after installation.
- If instrument cluster is working properly, initiate adaptation of Service
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Instrument cluster bulbs, locations
(through 1997)

Highline version of instrument cluster with trip
computer
Note:
When replacing instrument cluster bulbs in
instrument clusters manufactured by Nippon Seiki,
make sure to use replacement bulbs with red caps. 1 -
Instrument cluster illumination
2 -
Right turn signal indicator light
1.2 W
3 -
Left turn signal indicator light -K65- 1.2 W
4 -
Headlight high beam indicator light 1.2 W
5 -
Odometer display illumination 1.1 W
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6 -
Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
1.2 W
7 -
Open
8 -
Open
9 -
Open
10 -
Open
11 -
Open
12 -
Open
13 -
Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) 1.2 W
14 -
ABS warning light 1.2 W
15 -
Parking brake indicator light 1.2 W
16 -
Generator (GEN) warning light 1.2 W
17 -
Seat belt warning light 1.2 W
18 -
Trip computer illumination 5 each 1.1 W
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Lowline version instrument cluster with mini-
check system
Note:
When replacing instrument cluster bulbs in
instrument clusters manufactured by Nippon Seiki,
make sure to use replacement bulbs with red caps. 1 -
Instrument cluster illumination
2 -
Right turn signal indicator light
1.2 W
3 -
Left turn signal indicator light -K65- 1.2 W
4 -
Headlight high beam indicator light 1.2 W
5 -
Odometer display illumination 1.1 W
6 -
Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) 1.2 W
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7 -
Open
8 -
Open
9 -
Open
10 -
Open
11 -
Open
12 -
Open
13 -
Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
1.2 W
14 -
ABS warning light 1.2 W
15 -
Parking brake indicator light 1.2 W
16 -
Generator (GEN) warning light 1.2 W
17 -
Seat belt warning light 1.2 W
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19 -
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT)
warning light
1.2 W
20 -
Oil pressure warning light1.2 W
21 -
Brake malfunction indicator light1.2 W
22 -
Low fuel level warning light1.2 W
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Instrument cluster multi-pin connector,
terminal assignments (through 1997)


26-pin connector (blue)
Note:
Use VAG1598/4 adapter with VAG1598 test box and appropriate wiring
diagram for test measurements at 26-pin harness connectors.
1 - Open
2 - Signal for buzzer
3 - Terminal 15
4 - Terminal 15
5 - Open
6 - Terminal 61
7 - Parking brake/brake system malfunction
8 - ABS (input signal)
9 - Airbag (input signal)
10 - CAT
11 - Open
12 - Open
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13 - Parking light, right
14 - Ignition switch, S-contact
15 - Chime signal
16 - Open
17 - Open
18 - Oil pressure 1.8 bar
19 - Terminal 58d
20 - Coolant level
21 - Turn signal, right
22 - Headlight high beams
23 - Speedometer Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) (checking Page 90
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24 - Brake fluid
25 - Brake pads
26 - Parking light, left
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