Knee Airbag With Igniter, Removing And Installing: Installing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Audi A3, 2016 Audi A3, and 2015 Audi A3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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WARNING:

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

-- Connect the connector -1- to the airbag igniter -arrow A-.

-- Install the connector locking mechanism -2- -arrow B-. While doing this, the connector is pushed into the airbag igniter and locks into place.

Install In Reverse Order Of Removal. Note The Following:

NOTE:

Make sure the connectors are installed correctly and are secure.

Make sure the wires do not get caught.

CAUTION:

There is a risk of causing damage to the surface of the knee airbag due to mechanical stress.

After performing work visually inspect that the surface of the knee airbag is undamaged.

WARNING:

Ignition must be on when connecting 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 inside the vehicle when connecting the battery.

-- Connect the battery GND cable with the ignition turned on, refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING (A3 / A3 CABRIOLET) .

NOTE:

If the Airbag Indicator Lamp -K75- signals a fault after installing, check the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory, erase it and check it again, refer to Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.