Airbag Mounting Components, Checking After An Accident

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Audi Q7, 2009 Audi Q7, 2008 Audi Q7, and 2007 Audi Q7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

All damaged securing pieces must be replaced, you cannot reshape components or make them fit.

The following components must be checked after every airbag deployment.

With a Passenger Airbag Deployment:

Instrument panel central tube, passenger airbag supports and passenger airbag must be installed free of tension. Replace central tube.
Check the glove compartment for damage. Replace the glove compartment if damaged.

With A Driver Airbag Deployment:

Steering wheel: Remove the steering wheel and place it with the rim on a flat surface. The entire steering wheel rim must rest on the surface. Otherwise, steering wheel should be replaced.
Check steering wheel for smoke residue. If smoke residue is present, replace steering wheel.