What is the crucial first safety step when removing and installing the instrument cluster on a 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD, before disconnecting any electrical connectors?

Removal of the negative battery cable should be done to avoid power flow. The under dash panel should be removed, the instrument cluster should be pushed out and directed. Alternatively, pull it with a hooked tool. Unplug the required connectors, after which the cluster can be pulled out. To install, do the reverse, which is to make sure it fits.

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1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD Tachometer
Part Number: 124-542-01-16
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Clock
- Item Weight: 0.80 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 124-542-01-16
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mercedes-Benz's factory warranty.
Fits the following 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD Submodels:
- Base | 5 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL
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1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD Fuel Gauge
Part Number: 124-542-32-01
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Instrument Cluster; Fuel Gauge
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 124-542-32-01
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mercedes-Benz's factory warranty.
Fits the following 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD Submodels:
- Base | 5 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL

1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD Instrument Cluster Parts Q&A

Q: What is the crucial first safety step when removing and installing the instrument cluster on a 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD, before disconnecting any electrical connectors?
A: Removal of the negative battery cable should be done to avoid power flow. The under dash panel should be removed, the instrument cluster should be pushed out and directed. Alternatively, pull it with a hooked tool. Unplug the required connectors, after which the cluster can be pulled out. To install, do the reverse, which is to make sure it fits.