Front Passenger Airbag Unit With Igniter, Removing And Installing: Installing

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WARNING:

Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PYROTECHNIC COMPONENTS .
Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, connecting the connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". This can be done by briefly touching the door striker pin, for example.
Follow the allocation of the airbag to the instrument panel. Refer to the Parts Information.

Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:

Replace the connector for the Front Passenger Airbag Release Valve Igniter -N491- after an airbag has deployed. Refer to WIRING HARNESSES AND CONNECTORS, REPAIRING .

-- Connect the connector -1- to the airbag igniter in direction of -arrow A-.

Fig 1: Release Connector Lock Using A Small Screwdriver & Disconnect Harness Connector

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Press in the connector lock -2- in direction of -arrow B-. While doing this, the connector is pushed into the airbag igniter and locks into place.

NOTE:

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

Make sure the wires do not get caught.

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 .

WARNING:

Repairing pyrotechnic components (for example the airbag and seat belt tensioner) incorrectly increases the risk of injuries due to unintentional deployments when the ignition is switched on.

If the ignition is not switched on after the battery is reconnected - >>indicator lamps in the instrument cluster do not light up<< - the ignition (key/button) may only be switched on when the driver seat is positioned all the way back.

NOTE:

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

Information for installation: for example, tightening specifications, replacing body parts. Refer to OVERVIEW - FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG and OVERVIEW - INSTRUMENT PANEL .