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SA9502Z Anti-Static Mat

Removal Procedure

    Notice: Failure to use the anti-static mat SA9502Z properly may result in damage to the cluster electronics.

    Important: If the lens/mask gets dirty, it can be cleaned by following the procedures in the Owner's Handbook.

  1. Remove instrument panel cluster assembly. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .
  2. Thoroughly clean hands with soap and water to remove any oil or other substances which could damage the cluster. If unable to clean hands, an alternative is to wear surgical gloves during all procedures.
  3. Important: It is strongly recommended that rubber gloves (e.g., surgical gloves) be worn while performing removal and installation procedures to prevent grease, smudges, scratches and fingerprints.

  4. Place SA9502Z Anti-Static Mat down on the work area. In order to ground the mat, connect the alligator clip to a large metal object (e.g., work bench) making sure the attaching point is a bare metal surface and not painted or coated. Also, put the wrist strap around one of your wrists.
  5. Place a clean, dry, soft material such as a cloth baby diaper on top of the anti-static mat.
  6. Place the instrument panel cluster assembly face down on the cloth and the anti-static mat.

  7. Object Number: 890303  Size: SH
  8. To remove bulb (1 - 5), rotate the bulb base 1/4 turn counter-clockwise using a 1/4 in. socket or small flat-blade screwdriver.

Installation Procedure

  1. To replace bulb, rotate the bulb base 1/4 turn counter-clockwise using a 1/4 in. socket or small flat-blade screwdriver.
  2. Install the instrument panel cluster assembly. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .