Airbag Assembly Overview

NOTE:

After switching ignition on, airbag malfunction indicator light (MIL) will be illuminated for approximately 10 seconds.

When the MIL goes out, the system is functional.

Check using airbag tester: VAG 1619 if the airbag MIL does not go out after approx. 10 seconds, or if it does not come on (check bulb first).

Fig 1: Airbag Assembly Overview

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Triggering Unit
- Location, refer to Triggering Unit .
Energy Reserve
Steering Wheel with Airbag Unit
- Removing and installing, refer to the appropriate procedure in Removal and Installation or Removal and Installation .
Connector for Airbag Spiral Spring
- Location, refer to Airbag Spiral Spring Connector .
- Removing and installing airbag spiral spring, refer to AIRBAG SPIRAL SPRING .
- Checking spring, refer to AIRBAG SPIRAL SPRING, CHECKING .
Airbag Power Supply Connector
- Location, refer to Voltage Power Supply Connector .
- Discontinued from 1996 m.y.
  CAUTION:
  Airbag power supply connector must always be disconnected before working on the airbag or related systems.
Ground Connection
- Under rear seat.
Voltage Transformer
CAUTION:
DO NOT re-use any fasteners that are worn or deformed in normal use. Many fasteners are designed to be used only once and become unreliable and may fail when used a second time. This includes, but is not limited to, nuts, bolts, washers, self-locking nuts or bolts, circlips, and cotter pins. Always follow the recommendations given in this publication. For replacements always use new parts.