51 45 177 Removing and installing/replacing panel for active knee protector on left

WARNING: Read and comply with safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners. Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove luggage compartment floor trim
Disconnect battery negative lead
Remove trim panel for pedal assembly

Release screws (1) and lower panel for left active knee protection (2).

Installation:

Replace screws.

Tightening torque, 8 N.m.

Unlock plug connection (3) of panel for left active knee protection (2), disconnect and remove panel for left active knee protection (2).

Fig 1: Removing And Installing/Replacing Panel For Active Knee Protector On Left

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IMPORTANT: Always replace panel for active knee protector on left complete. Do not carry out any repairs on the panel for the left active knee protection.