Technical Product Manual
VDO modulcockpit II
1.4 Safety Instructions
1.4.1 Installation
he product was developed, manufactured and inspected in compliance with the basis safety requirements
of the EC Directives and in accordance with the generally recognised present level of technology. he pro-
duct must only be used for service in land-bound vehicles (with the exception of motorcycles) or in statio-
nary systems.
Prior to installation of the product, please observe the following instructions:
For proper installation of the product, basic knowledge of motor vehicle electrical and mechanical equip-
ment is required in order to prevent damage.
Write down all the data of volatile electronic memories.
Remove the ignition key from the ignition lock. hen disconnect the minus pole of the battery (including the
minus pole of any auxiliary batteries).
When the minus pole of the batteries are disconnected, all volatile electronic memories lose their input
values.
Failure to disconnect the minus pole of the battery can cause short-circuits in the vehicle electrical system
and then result in cable fires, battery explosions and damage to other electronic systems.
Prior to installation of the product, refer to the motor vehicle registration documents for information on the
vehicle type and any special equipment features and refer to the design plans for further information on the
positions of fuel, hydraulic, compressed-air and electrical lines.
Use the product as intended. Do not change or modify.
Improper use, alteration or modification of the product can result in injuries, property damage or environ-
mental damage or have an effect on safety.
During installation of the product, please observe the following instructions:
Observe the safety instructions of the manufacturers of the vehicle, system, motor and tools in each in-
stance!
Select the installation location so that the product and its components:
- do not affect or hinder any functions of the vehicle or system.
- are not damaged by any functions of the vehicle or system.
- do not obstruct the driver's view.
- are not positioned in locations where the driver and front-seat passenger can strike their heads in case
of an accident.
- are not positioned in the mechanical and electrical airbag area.
- have sufficient clearance behind the drilled holes or installation opening.
Do not make drilled holes or installation openings in supporting or stabilising braces or struts!
Following installation of the product, please observe the following instructions:
Connect the ground cable firmly to the minus pole of the battery.
Enter / program the values of the volatile memories again.
Check all (!) vehicle functions.
When measuring the voltages and currents in the vehicle, only use multimeters or diode testing lamps that
are designed to be used for such measurements. he use of conventional testing lamps can cause da-
mage to the control units or other electronic systems.
Special cases:
Please be extremely careful whenever you must perform any required work on the running motor. Wear su-
itable working clothes only, since risk of suffering injuries such as bruises or burns exists. If your hair is long,
wear a hairnet.
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