Storage compartment, removing and installing
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
- Engine and transmission holder VAS 6095
- Fixture for seat repair VAS 6136
Removing
CAUTION:
- Observe safety precautions for work on airbags → Airbag safety precautions .
- Before handling airbag units (e.g. disconnecting electrical connector), the person handling it must "electrostatically discharge". This can be done by touching door striker, for example.
- Remove front seat → Seat, removing and installing .
- Mount the fixture for seat repair VAS 6136 on the engine and transmission holder VAS 6095.
- Attach seat to Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136.
- Open storage compartment.
- Remove bolts - 2 - (Qty. 4).
NOTE:
- For illustrative purposes, the storage compartment is shown closed in the illustration.
- Remove entire storage compartment - 1 - from front seat - 3 -.
Installing
Installation is reverse of removal. Observe the following when doing so:
CAUTION:
- Observe safety precautions for work on airbags → Airbag safety precautions .
- Before handling airbag units (e.g. disconnecting electrical connector), the person handling it must "electrostatically discharge". This can be done by touching door striker, for example.
NOTE:
- Ensure that electrical connections are pushed in as far as stop and engage with a click.
- Switch on ignition.
CAUTION:
Ignition must be on when connecting battery. If pyrotechnic components (e.g. airbag, belt tensioner) are not repaired correctly, they may deploy unintentionally after connecting battery. There must not be anyone inside the vehicle when connecting the battery.
- Connect battery ground wire with ignition switched on →
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- If Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) K75 indicates a fault after installation, DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information System VAS 5051B.
Tightening torques → Passenger side storage compartment, from 06.06, assembly overview