Airbag Control Module -J234-, assembly overview

CAUTION: Observe safety precautions for working on airbag → Safety precautions when working on airbag .

Fig 1: Airbag Control Module -J234- Remove/Install Components

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1 - Airbag Control Module J234

Removing

Disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap.
Remove center console → Center console, assembly overview .
Release catch - 4 - at connector - 3 -.
Pull connector - 3 - out of control unit - 1 -.

Remove bolts - 2 - (3x).
Detach control unit.

2 - Bolts (3x)

Tightening torque 7 Nm

3 - Connector

4 - Securing clip

NOTE:

After connecting the battery observe the necessary measures. →
- 27 BATTERY, STARTER, GENERATOR, CRUISE CONTROL
- 27 BATTERY, STARTER, GENERATOR, CRUISE CONTROL for ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, CABRIOLET
If Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) K75 signals a malfunction after assembly, use vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS 5051 A to interrogate, erase and then again interrogate DTC memory.
The control module must be recoded after replacement.

Refer to guided fault-finding, body, general body repairs, 01 systems with self-diagnosis capability, Airbag 8.4E, Functions-Airbag 8.4E J234-Airbag Control Module, output DTM.