Airbag Fasteners, Checking After Collision
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Audi S4 and 2021 Audi A4 Quattro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
All Damaged Fastening Elements Must Always Be Replaced. Reshaping the Components or >>Making Them Fit<< is Not Permitted.
The following components must be checked after every airbag deployment.
With Front Passenger Airbag Deployment:
- Instrument panel crossmember; front passenger airbag supports and passenger airbag unit must be installed free of tension. Otherwise the crossmember is to be replaced.
- Check the glove compartment for damage. Replace the glove compartment if damaged.
With Driver Airbag Deployment:
- Steering wheel: Remove the steering wheel and place it with the steering wheel rim on a flat surface. The entire steering wheel rim must rest on the surface. Otherwise the steering wheel should be replaced.
- Check steering wheel for smoke residue. If smoke residue is present, replace the steering wheel.