Audi TT Mk1 - Removing the Instrument cluster for LCD repair

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Audi TT Mk1 - Removing the Instrument cluster for LCD repair

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3 жыл бұрын

How to remove the instrument cluster from the Audi TT Mk1 Dash.
It was a lot easier than I thought to remove this and reinstall it but needs a little patience and all the info in advance if helpful.
The reason I did this was to replace the troublesome and pixelated LCD screen that seems to affect all Mark 1 Audi TTs at some point.
A big thanks should go to Paul at PBH Services who undertook the LCD repair. Very quick service and the screen is perfect.
You can contact Paul at www.pbh-services.com
Steps covered:
Battery disconnection
Lower the Steering wheel
Removing the various screws from the fascia end panel and lower dash.
Lower dash removal (although you do not need to remove fully)
Removing the screws from the Instrument cluster
Removing the wiring loom plugs from the rear of the cluster.

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@marksolo909 10 ай бұрын

At last someone explains a process fully and clearly. Great video.

@andycharger 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind words Mark. I aim to make things straightforward for non-mechanics(like me!) to understand. Please do get in touch if you have any questions about the car! Andy

@petesky007 6 ай бұрын

@andycharger. I echo this.

@bobgodwin9927 2 жыл бұрын

Paul at PBH just fixed my cluster highly recommended, very quick and good price.

@andycharger 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the update Bob and I am glad you got a great servie! Thanks for watching!

@EdwardSadzewicz 4 күн бұрын

Excellent! Never thought of the cardboard holder. Great idea. I'll be taking my cluster out for my 2002 MK1. I also need to relace the heater core, ugh.

@garyedwards2474 3 жыл бұрын

Another informative and really useful video Andy. Cardboard template 👍. Looking forward to the next video.

@andycharger 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gary! Appreciated! Roof is coming off this weekend as the next job after a wife based mishap last week! Just after I had fixed the window too!

@ryandecker8852 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you from the US. Our dash assembly is ever so slightly different than yours but your video made it super easy.

@andycharger 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear Ryan! Thanks for your support on the channel!

@ryandecker8852 2 жыл бұрын

@@andycharger You're welcome. I have a funny feeling I'll be watching a few more. Next repair I need to complete is getting the wind screen window to operate...

@AndyTurnerUK 3 жыл бұрын

Very clear and comprehensive guide, my whole cluster died this week so I gotta remove mine now. Thanks!

@andycharger 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Andy. I’m glad it helps. Drop Paul A line, he should be able to help. I saw on the FB group someone replaced their cluster with a 2nd hand one which will not work. I think the immobiliser is built into the cluster somewhere so the car won’t start. Probably best to get yours refurbed mate! 👍 thanks for watching!

@AndyTurnerUK 3 жыл бұрын

@@andycharger Well this is weird, I went out to start the removal process today, removed fuses 11 and 15 to check they weren't blown first, fuses were fine, refitted them, and now the cluster is working fine (bar the missing pixels on the main red LED screen)... how odd. At least I can use the car now, until I *really* need to repair the missing pixels.

@andycharger 3 жыл бұрын

@@AndyTurnerUK great to hear the cluster now works at least! Maybe there was a slight loose connection or a bit of corrosion on the terminals. Getting the Pixelated screen is definitely worth doing sir! Enjoy your working dials! 😀

@bobjarvis1787 3 жыл бұрын

One thing that was actually replaced and okay when I bought my TT ! Interesting content 👍🏻😊

@andycharger 3 жыл бұрын

That’s lucky! Although my comment holds true, it was just the previous owners problem! 😉

@pigeonguardgames507 3 жыл бұрын

Now I know what they went through at the garage to get my cluster out!!! Had mine replaced in December, it makes reading all the warning lights and issues so much easier hahahahahahaha. Great Vid Andy, everyone with a Mk 1 TT will need this for sure. Amazed that you got the door open wide enough in the garage. That must be a double garage hahahahaha

@andycharger 3 жыл бұрын

It’s not too bad if you take your time! Thanks for watching buddy!

@stephensutherland5967 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, a great video that helped me successfully tackle the job.

@jambacardi2474 3 жыл бұрын

Great stuff Andy, its another one of those jobs I've got to do, good demo of how to insert the cluster, cheers

@andycharger 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jambacardi! I’m glad it can help others! How’s the TT?

@Al-qv5vs 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one Andy. Been looking at getting mine done. My screen is fine but the fuel gauge overheads by half a tank. Might wait for awhile and see if screen does eventually packup.

@andycharger 3 жыл бұрын

That screen will eventually fail Al, they all do! This was a fairly painless process to change and a quick turnaround! Thanks as always for the comments! 👍

@MH-fb5kr 6 ай бұрын

did this to my mk1 tt… totally rebuilt including fuel and temp gauges an back to me in 4 days… working perfectly… wondering why i waited so long to do this

@andycharger 6 ай бұрын

Its an absolute must if you want know what all the crazy pixels are telling you! great work!

@2esc2esc Жыл бұрын

That's incredible turn around time.

@markparry4320 2 ай бұрын

Good video, but I am not sure you've pulled the adjustable column out as it makes alot easier. No wrestling required- cheers

@andycharger 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Mark. Yes I did drop the column so I could move it up and down as I worked. It makes the manoeuvring easier 👍

@redapoolben739 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant again Andy 👏

@andycharger 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Ben! I was trying to tag you in a FB post earlier this week when I was answering a question about the name of a part. It was a “scuttle panel”! 😂

@stevenharpervw 3 жыл бұрын

Great video

@andycharger 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steven. I hope it helps with your removal!

@johnnycashh7148 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome stuff, thank you...my temp gauge is running incorrectly. It seems to start at mid point. Good news...my pixels are fine. Suggest waiting till more goes wrong with the entire unit? 🍺🍺

@andycharger 3 жыл бұрын

Is it definitely the gauge or possibly the thermostat sensor? The gauge may be correct but getting a wrong input. It may be worth having a chat with Paul at PBH to see what he thinks mate 👍

@johnnycashh7148 3 жыл бұрын

@@andycharger I'll have to check that. It was just in the shop for the electric fan, which they told me the temps good.

@tthiagobritto 5 ай бұрын

The rpm and temp gauge of my cluster isn't working anymore. I changed both motors but it still not working. Do you have any clue of the problem?

@andycharger 5 ай бұрын

Sorry for my late reply. I have only just spotted this. My advice is to get it to one of the cluster repair specialists as it could be a variety of things. If you drop me an email I can put you in touch with a very reputable one who specialises I. These repairs.

@scott2495 2 жыл бұрын

Good video mate

@andycharger 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scott. Much appreciated!

@hyndsengineering Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the guide. I followed it and it worked really well. However, I am in the situation where after getting my instrument cluster back from repair - the engine immobiliser is on and won't switch off. Any ideas anyone? I've tried everything on the forums.

@andycharger Жыл бұрын

Hi Hynds. My advice would be to speak to the cluster repair guy you used. The immobiliser is built into the cluster and is paired with your key. if it is no longer working with your key, the symptoms will be that the engine will fire and start but then immediately cut out. You will see a car and a key symbol flash on the the cluster. One scenario (however unlikely) is you have been sent the wrong cluster back! More likely it has somehow become unpaired with your key as part of the repair. Sorry that is not a fix for you but might give you a bit of direction buddy!

@hyndsengineering Жыл бұрын

@@andycharger HI, thanks for the swift reply. I got on the phone to Cluster Repairs UK and they were extremely helpful. They actually gave me a 'fool proof' method of getting everything to talk. Yes, my symptoms are exactly as you describe (starting - then cutting out & flashing key symbol on dash). I'll let you know if I get the car fired up and send you the guide to publish in one of your vids if you like 👍

@andycharger Жыл бұрын

@@hyndsengineering please do send the guide so I can pass on to help others in a video buddy!

@guidot6974 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video, I'll get the display fixed on my TT as well using these instructions. Btw, did you have issues with the fuel and temp gauge needles bring misaligned as well?

@andycharger 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Guido. I checked and that guy also does other gauges as well. It might be worth dropping him an email! 👍

@Albertlana 2 жыл бұрын

Great video I've had my cluster pixel repaired and now I have I have issues with one of the dash fuses blowing when I have the lights on Has anyone ever experienced this problem

@andycharger 2 жыл бұрын

That sounds an odd issue. Have you contacted the person who did the repair? Who did you use out of interest?

@Albertlana 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I have he said that my instrument needs replacing But there was nothing wrong with it before he did the repair of the pixel screen

@simonblatcher6865 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video - about to do mine tomorrow. Quick check, you say in the video that four screws have to be removed from the side, a bit later you have taken out 6/7 and placed them in the cardboard template ?

@andycharger Жыл бұрын

Hi Simon. Yes, there are a lot more bolts holding the end of the dash together but not all need to come out to remove the instrument cluster. I was just removing random bolts from the end!

@davidpowney4785 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Andy, when getting this done don't the mileage and all other data get deleted or do they come back as they were? Also is there any issue with the immobilizer and the keys working as they should?

@andycharger 2 жыл бұрын

Hi David. It looks like my reply never appeared so here goes again! I think the mileage is stored "off cluster" (maybe ECU or similar) or it is somewhere not affected by the screen refurb. Mine came back reading the same as it went. With regards to the immobilizer, that too was fine. I know one part of that is in the cluster and the key acts as the, well, Key! So all should be good. These repair guys know their stuff and must have swapped 100s so you should be in safe hands. Let me know if you have any other questions!

@davidpowney4785 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy, much appreciated. Just bought a 2003 TT Roadster so will be using your channel a lot in the coming weeks. Great content, keep it up, thanks

@andycharger 2 жыл бұрын

You will love every minute of it David. Feel free to fire over any questions and please do join the live chat on Sunday at 8pm to ask any questions live!