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Airbag Adapter, Connecting And Disconnecting

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NOTE:

There are two different thorax airbag connectors. The thorax airbag connector was updated around January 2013.

Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required 

Airbag Connector, Disconnecting

WARNING:
  • Follow all safety precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
  • Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". For example, this can be done by briefly touching the door striker.

-- Disconnect the thorax airbag connector. Refer to CONNECTORS, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

Fig 1: Airbag Adapter VAS 6281
GWWA72-10337Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Connect the :VAS6281  or :VAS6282  to the thorax airbag connector on the seat side -1-.

CAUTION:

The :VAS6281  or the :VAS6282  must stay connected to the seat until the seat is reinstalled.

NOTE:

Ensure the airbag lockout adapter engages correctly.

Airbag Connector, Connecting

The airbag connectors are connected in reverse order with note to the following:

WARNING:
  • Follow all safety precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
  • Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, connecting a connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". For example, this can be done by briefly touching the door striker.
NOTE:

Make sure the connectors are installed all the way and engage audibly.

WARNING:

The ignition must be on when connecting the battery. If pyrotechnic components (for example, airbag, belt tensioner) are not repaired correctly, they may deploy unintentionally after connecting battery. There must not be anyone in the vehicle interior when connecting the battery.

-- Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition switched on. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

NOTE:

If the Airbag Indicator Lamp -K75- indicates a fault, check the DTC memory, erase it and check it again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.