Installation Instructions; Important Information; Taking Safety Precautions, Fig. 1 - VDO RM 8204 Installation And Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please read this information carefully and follow all the instructions outlined below.
This will ensure reliable operation and durability of your unit.
Keep the packaging and operating instructions in a safe place in order to pass them on
to a subsequent owner in the event of selling the unit at a later date.
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Only trained personnel may install the unit.
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Observe automotive industry quality standards.
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Fire hazard. When drilling, take care not to damage concealed wiring harnesses, the
fuel tank or fuel lines.
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Never drill into supporting or safety-relevant body parts.
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Only install the unit in vehicles with a 12-V on-board voltage; connect negative pole to
earth. Installation in unsuitable vehicles (e. g. heavy goods vehicles, buses) results in a risk
of malfunction, damage and fire.
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Always ensure correct assignment of vehicle connections. Incorrect assignment of the
connections may damage the unit or vehicle electrical system/electronics.
Installation in vehicles equipped with standard ISO
connectors
The unit can be installed without major preparation in vehicles equipped with ISO
standard connectors. A few signals may have to be routed to ISO plug A (refer to con-
nection overview of ISO chamber A).
For problem-free installation on vehicles with different connection requirements, ask
your dealer for special cables.
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Only use the accompanying ISO extension cables to establish connections.
Installation in vehicles without standard ISO connectors
If no adapter cables are available for your vehicle, connect the unit as described in the
section on establishing electrical connections.
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Only use the accompanying ISO extension cables to establish connections on the device
side.

Taking safety precautions, Fig. 1

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Before starting work, disconnect the earth lead from the negative terminal of the vehi-
cle battery in order to prevent short circuits. In this process, observe the vehicle manufactu-
rer's safety instructions (alarm system, airbag, immobiliser, etc.).

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