65 77 551 Removing and installing impact sensor for left or right side airbag (multiple restraint system 4)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 BMW X5, 2005 BMW X5, and 2004 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Note airbag safety instructions! Refer to AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
. Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury. Turn ignition key to 0 position. Remove left or right front seat. Refer to 52 14 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT SEAT (NORMAL / ELECTRIC)
or 52 17 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT SEAT (COMFORT)
. Remove entrance cover strip. Refer to 51 47 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING THE FRONT (INSIDE) LEFT OR RIGHT ROCKER PANEL STRIP
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Lift carpet floor (1) in area of front seat.
Disconnect plug connection (2) in direction of arrow.
Release screws (3) and remove impact sensor for side airbag (4).
Installation:
Arrow on impact sensor for side airbag (4) must point to sill.
Observe tightening torque, refer to 65 77 2AZ in AUDIO, NAVIGATION & ANTI-THEFT - SPECIAL TOOLS - X5 (N62/E53) .